Human Resources Generalist

Description

HR Generalist (Employee Relations Focus)

Job Category: Hourly, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate HR Generalist with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations to join our team. This role will be key in fostering a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns, managing conflict resolution, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and supporting overall employee engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of HR policies, and the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and management on employee relations matters. Address and resolve employee concerns, complaints, and conflicts in a fair and timely manner.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate and facilitate resolutions for workplace disputes, ensuring that both employees and management are heard and that solutions align with company policies and legal requirements.
• Policy Interpretation and Guidance: Advise managers and employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Compliance & Legal Support: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws, including wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination laws, and other employment regulations. Support HR leadership in managing investigations related to workplace complaints or misconduct.
• Employee Engagement: Support initiatives aimed at improving employee morale and engagement. Contribute to the development and implementation of programs designed to enhance workplace culture, productivity, and employee satisfaction.
• Performance Management: Assist in performance management processes, including providing guidance on performance improvement plans (PIPs), disciplinary actions, and employee development strategies.
• Training & Development: Support the development and delivery of training programs focused on conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion, workplace behavior, and leadership development.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of employee relations issues, investigations, resolutions, and relevant HR documentation. Provide regular reports to management on trends and areas for improvement in employee relations.
• Exit Interviews: Conduct exit interviews with departing employees to gather feedback on their experience and identify potential areas for improvement within the organization.

Salary & Compensation:

The Human Resources Generalist position is a full-time hourly position with approximate pay dependent upon qualifications and experience.

All salary and compensation packages at FR Conversions are subject to applicable labor laws, FR Conversions standard company policies, and payroll law including taxes and withholdings.

Job Categorization:

The Human Resources Generalist position is a full-time, hourly, FLSA non-exempt position. (SOC Code - 11-3121).

This position is NOT designated as a Safety Sensitive position.

A Safety Sensitive position at FR Conversions is subject to post-offer and random drug/alcohol screenings.

All positions at FR Conversions are subject to at cause and post-incident drug/alcohol screenings.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 years of experience in human resources, with a strong focus on employee relations, conflict resolution, and HR policy.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices related to employee relations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and general HR software tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.
• Experience in a diverse range of industries or corporate environments.
• Knowledge of employee engagement tools and techniques.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000