Exempt position reporting to HR Manager, Corporate Office
Hours 8-5 M-F, some travel to Covington, LA required

The Human Resources Generalist is the conduit for positive employee relations, performance
management, training and focal point for benefits/compensation at the plant level reporting to
the HR Manager at the corporate office in La.

Provides general human resource assistance to the business unit which may include recruiting,
selection and staffing, employment and personnel documentation, job evaluation,
compensation, and/or benefits. This position performs complex duties requiring independent
judgment and coordination in one or more areas of a comprehensive human resource
operation.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manages the processing of new job requisitions and hiring activities for all Hourly

• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.

• Conducts new-employee orientations.

• Responsible for assisting in the administration of disability and Workers Compensation

• Maintains the Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from

• Manages external hiring process along with HR Manager.
• Serves as HR representative on assigned committees, projects, and community

recruitment and employment, personnel records, employee and/or labor relations,
benefits administration, training, labor relations, safety, investigations and special
projects.

• Assists with the development of various activities such as job fairs, training and

• Assists with the development and implementation of human resources policies and

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as
assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human

• Knowledge of employment law practices.

• Experience in administration of benefits, compensation, and other programs.

• Knowledge of Internet software, Microsoft Excel, Word Processing, and Power Point.

• Experience with payroll systems and payroll processing procedures.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working

• Must be able to interact professionally and positively with employees at all levels in the

• Impeccable attention to detail

• Some experience with HRIS such as ADP or PeopleSoft is preferred.

• Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Experience with conducting workplace investigations

• Knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations (e.g. FMLA, WPFL,

• Knowledge of benefit programs (Medical, 401k, etc.)

• Knowledge and experience with interviewing and employment practices

• Ability to make sound hiring decisions for a dynamic work environment

• Experience with writing reports, business correspondence and policies/procedures

To apply, send cover letter and resume to:
careers@gaylordchem.com

• Gaylord Chemical is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive

sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic conditions, status as a
protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.