Human Resources Generalist

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Human Resources Generalist develops and executes human resources practices to support and improve the daily operations of the supported business units. Works in partnership with HR functional teams to provide a high level of service to the units served. Works in partnership with HR functional groups to deliver strategic business goals and HR strategic initiatives.

At Hapag-Lloyd, we will support the further development of your skills in our culturally diverse, stimulating environment as you help us grow our customer base. As the Human Resources Generalist you will provide support to team members with their people-related processes such as servicing, influencing, developing and assisting others. Understand business concepts and knowledge of organization and have a willingness to use job related knowledge and techniques.

ABOUT US

Hapag-Lloyd is a multi-cultural global liner and logistics company with 13,000 employees all over the globe all working together to ensure the flow of goods never stops. What does it mean to join a leading global liner shipping company? It means you’ll have access to outstanding technology and challenging job opportunities around the world. It means working for a company that cares about the environment, safety, and quality management. It means we set high standards. That’s how we’ve been setting the benchmark for more than 170 years. Now here’s your opportunity to become a part of what we do next!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer HR activities including, employee and labor relations, benefits, compliance, health & safety and training & development.
• Responsible for creating, updating and applying all HR policies and company guidelines and making sure they adhere to standards and laws initiated by authorities.
• Manage, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, safety training and anti-harassment training, continuing education, and work assessments.
• Manage, audit and submit Payroll for respective departments.
• Performs tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, culture, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, team members and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attend, participate and deliver team member disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Organize and conduct New Hire Orientation to ensure all new team members are properly introduced to Hapag-Lloyd’s vision, values and practices.
• Assist with constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• General HR related tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required plus a minimum of 5 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing 200 FTE preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP a plus.
• Problem solving and analytical
• Outgoing, empathetic and patient, but practical.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Work independently when needed.
• Possess fundamental business acumen.
• Excellent planning and execution skills
• Ability to take the initiative in a constantly-changing work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites.
• Knowledge of local (Georgia) and federal labor laws

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. The incumbent regularly uses hands and fingers in the course of daily job duties, including the use of a personal computer. The vision requirement includes close vision. May incur mental stress due to time deadlines. May need to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

This job description describes the minimum job requirements. This description is illustrative and does not imply that the functions outlined below are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents will be expected to follow additional instructions and perform other related duties as required.