Human Resources Generalist
Job ID 2023-01435
Description
About Us:
Conair is a leading international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded personal care and small kitchen appliances, cookware, hairbrushes & accessories, cosmetic bags, and travel accessories.
Conair has always been driven by a passion for innovation; it’s part of the Company’s DNA. Trendsetting products have been invented by Conair since its inception in 1959, keeping the Company always a step ahead of the competition. The company's domestic and international divisions offer a diversified mix of consumer and professional products sold in over 120 countries. The Family of Conair brands includes CONAIR, Cuisinart, BabylissPRO, Scünci , TRAVELSMART by CONAIR, and Waring.
Conair’s passion for innovation gets stronger with each decade, as evidenced by the over 1,000 patents the Company has obtained worldwide. Today, Conair and its brands are names known throughout the world. Conair continues to introduce its brands to new and emerging markets, year after year. By the 1990s, most households in America owned at least one Conair product. Today many have more than one, and the Company’s goal is to ensure that every household in the world eventually owns one of our products.
At Conair, we inspire our customers with innovative high-quality products and
iconic brands that enhance their lives.
Position Summary:
The HR Generalis is an integral member of our overall Human Resources organization, responsible for completing a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the HR department and the HR needs of the center. This position will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping the company to plan and administer important functions, such as staffing, employment processing, records management, employee relations and retention, compliance, and labor relations, as well as compensation and benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation and direction to management and staff on matters pertaining to employee relations’ activities.
- Respond to employee HR related inquiries.
- Responsible for monitoring all phases of FMLA and LOA for employees
- Generate official internal documents such as offer letters, job descriptions, and corrective action letters.
- Create onboarding plans and educate newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures and regulations.
- Maintain digital files for employees and their documents and attendance records.
- Create employee engagement plans, gain necessary budget approval and initiate activities.
- Participate in the development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and standard reports for ongoing company requirements.
- Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
- Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for assigned open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
- Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Suggest new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency of the HR department and organization as a whole, and to improve employee experience.
- Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and/or procedures as required.
- Participate in development of HR objectives and systems and ad-hoc HR projects.
- Work closely with payroll, benefits and other departments, exercising the utmost discretion while working with highly confidential information.
- Assists in conducting employee relations investigations.
- Conduct and review exit interviews and share feedback.
- Assist HR department in carrying out various human resources programs.
- Build and foster strong relationships with all areas of the business.
- Ability to work a variable schedule
Qualifications/skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field; PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP certification preferred.
- 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
- Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Highly ethical and maintains strict confidentiality on all employee and HR related matters.
- Proficiency with MS Office and HRIS systems; prior experience with ADP Vantage, Jobvite, and PeopleDoc a plus.
- Highly resourceful with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills with proven experience in employee communications.
- Excellent interpersonal, empathy, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills and multi-tasking skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong work ethic and integrity
- Cultural awareness and the ability to work in a frequently changing environment.
- Comfort in making decisions independently AND know when asking questions or for help is appropriate.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Courteous and professional demeanor with employees and candidates while also remaining assertive and confident.
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Environmental Factors:
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment in a Distribution Center
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to use a computer keyboard and view a monitor for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to occasionally lift 15 pounds
- This role requires on-site presence Monday through Friday.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision plans
- Generous Paid Time Off Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401k and company match
- EAP & Employee Wellness Programs
- Volunteer Days Paid Time Off
Are you passionate about this opportunity but worried that you don’t have 100% of the experience we’re looking for? We still want to hear from you! Apply online and let us know why you would make a great addition to Conair!