Human Resources Generalist

Company Profile:

Tranco Global is an aggressive, fast growing, international freight forwarder, customs broker, and domestic 3PL. Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Tranco presents a unique, dynamic, and progressive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits packages. Our sister company, Tranco Logistics, was founded in 1995 by twin brothers Bruce and Byron Trantham. The Tranco organization now has over 300 employees, 500 units of rolling stock, and 2 million square feet of warehouse space. Tranco has branch operations in Atlanta, GA, Alexandria, LA, Chattanooga, TN, Chicago, IL, and Seattle, WA. As an international organization, we support diversity by valuing all employees regardless of age, race, gender, culture, religion, nationality, disability, or sexual orientation.

Job Description:

Tranco Global is seeking an outgoing, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual to fulfill the role of the Human Resources Generalist at our corporate headquarters location in Chattanooga, TN.  The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is responsible for completing a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the HR department.  Their duties include comparing HR laws to current policies and procedures, drafting templates for HR documents and working with other members of the department to oversee the hiring and onboarding process for company employees. They assist the HR manager with recruitment, which requires identifying future hiring needs, sourcing candidates through databases and social media, onboarding the new employees, creating job descriptions, and keeping the process organized. The HR Generalist would also maintain employee records, assist with payroll processing, and provide administrative support to all employees. This represents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious team player looking to flourish with a rapidly growing organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and organize job descriptions.
• Maintain recruiting databases.
• Assess applicants’ knowledge, skills, and experience to best suit various open positions.
• Create onboarding plans and educate newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures, and regulations.
• Onboard new employees.
• Maintain physical and digital files for employees and their documents, benefits, and attendance records.
• Answer employee questions regarding personnel policies, procedures, and benefits; research and disseminate topical or timely information to managers and/or employees on personnel issues.
• Review PTO requests.
• Manage the employee benefits process; ensure employee premiums are accurately added to the HR/Payroll platform and invoices are reconciled.
• Generate official internal documents and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct with colleagues and customers.

• Collaborate with outside vendors, upper management, and employees to maintain Tranco company standards conscripted by the Director of HR.
• Coordinate and participate in completion of terminations and exit interviews.
• Perform other related duties as required or as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Educational

• 2 – 4 years of Human Resources experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Experience with Indeed, LinkedIn, Paycom, and Wonderlic (Preferred).  
• Exposure to Labor Law, Leave Management, Benefits Administration, and employment equity regulations (Preferred).

Technical

• Microsoft Office computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical

• Occasionally move and/or lift up to 25lbs.

Skills

• Decision Making & Problem Solving – Able to make clear and accurate decisions.
• Policies and Procedures – Able to conform to all established procedures and work activities.
• Interaction – Able to communicate well verbally and in writing with employees and management as needed.
• Initiative – Able to function with minimum supervision.
• Leadership – Able to lead discussions and meetings with senior management staff
• Analytical Problem Solving – Able to use a systematic approach to solve problems and make adjustments.
• Continuous Improvement – Able to identify issues and drive resolutions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface and communicate with people effectively.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vison Insurance
• Supplemental Coverages
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K