Hr Generalist

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is recognized as a world leader in materials testing for the Aerospace, Automotive, Nuclear and Medical industries. The materials we test are commonly used in commercial aircrafts, national defense applications, rockets, and many more everyday items. Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. has a global reputation for high volume and quick turn-around testing. Our commitment to our customers is strongly supported by our dedicated staff. Our highly qualified team is made up of professionals who have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right.

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research is looking to fill our Human Resources Coordinator role. In this position you will support our HR department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. Additionally, you will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping us to plan and administer important functions, such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provides assistance
• Assists in maintaining records of personnel-related data (payroll, personal information, leaves, turnover rates etc.) in both paper and the database when necessary and ensures all employment requirements are met
• Liaises with other departments or functions
• Supports the recruitment/hiring process by sourcing candidates, interviewing and issuing employment contracts, etc.
• Assists supervisors in performance management procedures
• Schedules meetings, interviews, HR events etc.
• Coordinates training sessions and seminars
• Performs orientations, onboarding, and updates records with new hires
• Produces and submits reports on general HR activity
• Assists in ad-hoc HR projects
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• US Citizenship required
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or a related field required
• Proven experience as an HR coordinator or relevant human resources/administrative position preferred
• Knowledge of human resources processes and best practices
• Knowledge of HR federal laws and regulations
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as other organizational/planning tools
• Experience with HR databases and HRIS systems (e.g. Ascentis)
• In-depth understanding of sourcing tools, like resume databases and online communities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments
• Ability to detect and solve problems effectively
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong time-management skills
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to stand, sit, or move around for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions
• Available for partial weekend hours (1/2 day) and for recruiting events

Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

Education

• High School or better

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)