Human Resource Generalist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.

• Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
• Partner with the business on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and skills assessment and development
• Play an active role in recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement and retention activities and strategies
• Build and develop effective relationships with leaders across the organization in order to develop strategic HR solutions that address business challenges
• Actively model and reinforce the A.I. culture through programs, policies, procedures, and interactions
• Provide proactive employee relations support to leaders across the organization, conduct workplace investigations when necessary, advise and coach during disciplinary procedures
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in systems and programs including onboarding, performance and development planning, talent and succession planning, etc.
• Provide authentic and constructive coaching to all employee, managers and executives
• Review and analyze business metrics including data on retention and employee experience in order to recommend improvements
• Provide compensation support including recommendations for and final approval of pay changes and position changes
• Work with leadership and employees to address various employee relations issues, fairly representing all interests
• Process payroll changes: new employees, pay changes, benefit changes (ELB & PTO, etc.), employee status changes, garnishments, employment verifications, unemployment, etc.
• Update and maintain employee insurance information: enrollments, report of changes, claim issues, supplemental life, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, etc.
• Ensure job descriptions are accurate and up to date
• Build and maintain employee files
• Provide exceptional customer service to all employees via the HR hotline, email, in person conversations, etc.
• Coordinate 401(k) meetings and communications
• Oversee and audit FMLA and other leaves of absences
• Coordinate employee gatherings and other events as needed
• Oversee and audit FMLA and other leaves of absences
• Coordinate employee gatherings, department lunches and other events as needed
• Help promote and administer the A.I. wellness program
• Oversee worker's compensation activity; process first report of injury, provide case management, etc.
• Oversee all front office requests for the AEM site, including but not limited to checking inventory and ordering office and cleaning supplies, assisting visitors, and cleaning break room between regular cleaning schedule
• All other administrative duties as needed and assigned

OTHER JOB DUTIES (Not considered essential to the job)

• Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.  Education:

• Associates of Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related program preferred
• SHRM Certification preferred

2.  Experience:

• 4+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

3.  Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Suite)
• Self-directed, able to take initiative and exercise independent judgment
• Ability to create, foster and grow business relationships with leadership and team members
• Must be a highly organized and self-motivated individual able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and ability to develop a working knowledge of Alexandria Industries' business and facilities in support of the Company goals and initiatives
• Ability to support business units with numerous high priorities in multiple locations
• Mature judgment and ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with professionalism
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and utilize HR metrics to track and improve on key processes
• Knowledge of federal, state, local labor and employment laws
• Credible, with excellent business acumen and high level analysis skills
• Strong team focus with the ability to work effectively in a professional and team environment
• Ability to travel as required (15-25%)

EQUIPMENT USED

• Office equipment (computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine)