Human Resources Generalist

Who We Are

We have operations in Saint Louis, Missouri, Huntington Beach, California, and Milford, Connecticut, serving local, national and international customers, both military and commercial. The company supplies platform controls, aircraft components, liquid oxygen equipment, and emergency breathing equipment to its customers.

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) plays a key role in aligning business objectives with employees and management. The HRBP serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues, acting as an employee champion and change agent. The successful candidate will assess and anticipate HR-related needs, communicate proactively with the HR department, and business management to develop integrated solutions. The HRBP formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP displays a high-level of customer focus with all employees, demonstrates core values, integrity and respect for all customers. You will have an opportunity to participate in a wide range of HR initiatives and programs that make a difference and allows you to develop.

Essential Duties:

· Serves as a lead HRBP for one of our manufacturing sites to initiate and support employee engagement activities that work to improve company culture.

· Collaborates with business leaders to understand the site’s and the organization’s goals and objectives to align HR strategies accordingly.

· Provides coaching and support to people leaders on team related initiatives.

· Partners with the HR team to develop people strategies and execute HR initiatives and programs.

· Maintains visibility with all employees by spending time on the manufacturing floor and addresses any issues and concerns identified in a timely and professional manner.

· Serves as a member on the site leadership team and advises site leadership on all Human Resource related topics.

· Coaches and provides guidance to site leadership on employee relations/performance management as they handle performance issues and talent development needs.

· Directly handle employee relations issues, conduct investigations and recommend solutions through progressive discipline process.

· Ensures compliance with state and federal laws through efficient administration of company HR policies, procedures, programs and initiatives.

· Functions as site FMLA administrator in accordance with business process.

· Conducts stay and exit interviews with new or departing employees; track trends for turnover to recommend areas for improvement and works continuously to improve the onboarding experience.

· Provide data to payroll to ensure timely and accurate pay for site employees.

· Occasionally facilitates leadership training to support our leadership development strategy.

· Supports the annual cycle for many HR related initiatives, such as, open enrollment, performance management, succession and talent review, engagement or pulse surveys, focus groups, etc.

· Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

4-7 years with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related degree and experience in the HR field is required. Experience in manufacturing or related industry highly preferred. Experience working in a fast paced, deadline driven work environment. Knowledge of working in an HRIS and strong Microsoft Office products are required. Strong analytical skills with proven project management experience are a plus. Knowledge and application of current HR trends, best practices and compliance issues.

Company Values

• Win Together- Work together as a team so we can achieve greater things.
• Embrace Change- Be ready and willing to adapt as things change.
• Listen to Our Customers- Appreciate customer insights so we can improve our service to them.
• Find A Way- See problems as a challenge and an opportunity for growth.
• Keep Commitments- Do what you say you are going to do.
• Foster Trust- Treat all coworkers, customers, and suppliers fairly and with respect.

Why Choose Essex

Since 1947, Essex has been offering high quality parts and services to our customers. Our employees are what makes that happen so we do our best to take care of what matters most, by offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees. It’s our commitment to making this a great place to work.

Benefits

• Base Pay

• Bonus Opportunity

• Paid time off

• 10 company holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Training & Development

• Retirement Benefits – 401k

• Tax-Advantaged Accounts

• Medical, dental, vision coverage

The Guller Foundation, the charitable arm of Essex Industries, contributes to various local organizations.