YourLiebherrCareer: Human Resources Generalist - Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. (77420)

DisruptAZ; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to assist in various HR initiatives, including employee relations, staffing, and compliance. This role requires a bachelor's degree in business or human resources, alongside relevant experience and strong communication skills. You will contribute to a positive work environment and ensure the organization's HR processes align with its business objectives.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401K plan with company match

Paid vacation and personal days

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience in HR Generalist roles required.
• Experience in a Manufacturing environment preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Guide managers in addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts.
• Oversee performance appraisal processes for employee development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Skills

Employee Relations

Communication

Problem Solving

Strong Organization

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for assisting Human Resources Management in support of business initiatives for Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. (LME). The position establishes partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. Maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's midrange plans, its culture, and its competition. In addition to enforcing company policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations: Guiding managers in addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts in a timely manner to foster a positive work environment. Handling workplace investigations.
• Staffing: Assist in administering the staffing function, including interviews, new orientation and onboarding process.
• Compensation Review and Negotiation: Assist in the process of reviewing and negotiating employee compensation packages to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Performance Management: Oversee performance appraisal processes and provide guidance to managers on employee development.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Training: Support in the development and conducting training sessions for employees at all levels.
• HR Metrics: Assist in the preparation of HR Metrics using Excel.
• HRIS: Provide support and maintenance of the Human Resources Management System (HRMS).
• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related field required and 2-4 years of related experience in a human resources generalist or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must have at least 1-2 years’ experience in a Manufacturing environment.
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential preferred.
  • Immigration experience preferred.
• Experience handling and resolving employee relations issues, conducting investigations.
• Demonstrated experience with compensation and classification, conducting salary analyses and making recommendations.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proven success working in an HR department, preferably in a generalist capacity.
• Experience advising and informing senior leaders and executives.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and/or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues within the department, fostering a supportive and cooperative work environment.
• Demonstrate adaptability, open communication, and a willingness to assist in achieving team goals.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license and passport.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule required to support U.S. Site locations and foreign affiliates.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, integrity, ethics, and cultural awareness
  • Drive and Initiative: Proactively identify and address HR needs and opportunities within the organization.
  • Commitment: Demonstrate a strong commitment to the company's goals and values.
  • Independent Problem Solving: Resolve HR-related issues independently and efficiently serving multiple departments.
  • Strong Organization: Maintain organized and accurate HR systems and documentation.
    Attention to Detail and accuracy: Ensure all HR processes and documentation are precise and error-free.
    Strong team player/Team Spirit: Collaborate effectively with colleagues within the department, fostering a supportive and cooperative work environment. Demonstrate adaptability, open communication, and a willingness to assist in achieving team goals.
    Time management: Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Silva.

Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators.It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of productsand technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems,Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.