Human Resource Generalist

Current™ (formerly GE Current, a Daintree Company) has unveiled a new brand identity following the historic acquisition of Hubbell’s Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lighting business. The enterprise brand unites the companies under a single identity with one purpose: To deliver the innovation customers require, with solutions that create inspiring, efficient and safe environments. Current products dramatically improve lighting quality, reduce energy demand to support cleaner air, and have become synonymous with reimagined physical spaces. The history of the company demonstrates decades of trusted quality and reliability. Current's portfolio includes 35 industry-leading product brands each offer a unique value proposition. Primary office locations are Cleveland, OH and Greenville, SC, with centers of expertise locations in Austin, TX, Rolling Meadows, IL and Quebec, Canada. Manufacturing operations reside in Hendersonville, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Plympton, MA, Christiansburg, VA, Acuna, MX and Tijuana, MX.

Job Description

The HR Generalist will be responsible for a wide array of HR functions including talent management, attraction, retention, learning and development, performance review, compensation and benefits, compliance, relations, culture and safe work environment. The successful HR Generalist is a strong team player with a positive attitude willing to go the extra mile.

• Serve as a main point of contact for employees and managers
• Provides guidance and support to hourly employees and team leaders on key areas including, company and local policies, employee relations and workplace investigations as appropriate
• Encourage a workplace culture that demands consistent respectful, ethical, and lawful treatment of all employees
• Collaborate with leadership to build strong networking and alignment of departments
• Take a lead role in the evaluation of HR-related processes and procedures and provide suggestions to improve efficiency and workflow
• Manage job postings, assist in screening, testing and selection of applicants for temporary and full-time hourly positions
• Manage the performance management cycle timeline/process for professional staff
• Manage work accident and incident, illness and absenteeism files
• Actively participate in safety program
• Leads the tactical compliance of the agreements, such as mandated posting of job postings, wage agreement, attendance and overtime reporting and tracking
• Support the onboarding and offboarding process; plan and coordinate cultural recognition activities
• Track leaves and assists employees with the leave process as needed
• Analyze reporting data and metrics to improve turnover, retention, and engagement
• Process payroll for employees using ADP timekeeping system; including hours, overtime, site specific reimbursement requests (like shoes) - may include multiple sites
• Participate in Manufacturing/Operations team meetings when needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or commensurate experience
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience; minimum of 1 years in HR role
• Experience with site timekeeping and payroll activities (ADP preferred)
• Sense of urgency, ability to work in a fast paced environment

Highly Preferred

• Cape Verdean Portuguese

Behavioral

• Ability to be onsite five days per week
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a track record of execution
• Trustworthy; follows through on stated commitments
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a bias for action and comfort with fast pace and rapid change
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects independently
• Detailed-oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word)

Compensation

The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This salary range is $50,000 - $70,000.

Benefits and Perks

The Highlights:

All around competitive culture where together we strive to:

• Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
• Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
• Work hard, take risks, fail fast…learn and move on
• Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
• Empower and develop each other
• We have an open and inclusive culture where you’ll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
• • Quarterly company all employee meetings
  • Management and Leadership development
  • Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
  • Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
  • Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth

Our more standard benefits

• Full-time exempt roles have a Permissive Time Off Policy, giving you flexibility to rest, relax and recharge away from work
• Paid Company Holidays
• A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
• Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations

Equal Opportunity Employer

Current is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. At Current, we are Always On and working to improve lives with the industry's most expansive portfolio of sustainable advanced lighting and intelligent controls that reliably meet our customers' needs. Learn more at CurrentLighting.com