Human Resources Generalist-Operations Business Partner

Job purpose

The Human Resource Generalist-Operations Business Partner is responsible for performing HR functions on a professional level for our Operations segment of Furnitureland South. They will work closely with senior HR management as well as collaborate with the HR team to support HR functions of the company in Operations as well as initiating process improvements, efficiencies and strategic visions. This position may carry out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, organizational development and learning, performance management, policy implementation, recruitment, and onboarding of Operations positions such as warehousing and delivery drivers. This Associate may be expected to flex a schedule so they can have visibility to each shift.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Serve as the HR resource for the Operations division of Furnitureland South
2. Recruit and onboard Operations positions including but not limited to: Warehouse workers, delivery drivers and customer service
3. Work closely with Operations Leadership to build strong rapport and trust among the Associates in our Operations division
4. Assists Associates in navigating the HRIS including resetting passwords and instructing how to use mobile as well as desktop access
5. Lead the performance management process in partnership with the leaders and Associates for Operations including the 30,60 and 90 day Stay Interviews as well as the annual performance evaluations
6. Intake, Investigate and resolve employee relations matters while utilizing the Executive
7. Director of HR and/or Legal where appropriate
8. Assists in benefits administration, including communicating benefits information to employees and assisting with their enrollment via the HRIS
9. Producing annual MVR’s for drivers
10. Manage the process and organization of medical cards and other driving requirements for drivers
11. Participate in monthly Operations leadership meeting as well as departmental meetings including safety meetings.
12. Seeks opportunity for continuous learning in order to grow professional and personal development
13. Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field.
2. 1-3 years of experience in an HR Generalist role

Preferred Education and Experience

1. 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources
2. Master’s level coursework
3. Professional accreditation in HR

Working conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment. This person will physically be located in the Operations area which is within the Warehouse/Distribution Center. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary