Senior HR Generalist

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

SUMMARY

The Senior Human Resource Generalist is critical to ensuring the day-to-day HR operations run smoothly and with efficiency. The SHRG serves as the liaison of the general population and the HR department. The SHRG will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including, but not limited to, hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices while promoting a positive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions. Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Executes human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
• Provides support to supervisors and managers in developing job descriptions; ensures job designs in alignment with operational strategies and partners with line and staff managers to maintain updates.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. Manages the Applicant Tracking System (iCIMS)
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications. Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files.
• Leads and supports pre-hire, new hire orientation and benefits onboarding.
• Builds relationships to drive employee engagement and accountability on the production floor.
• Investigates employee relation matters and follows-up with employees and managers regarding next steps and best practices to be implemented. Collaborates with HR Manager on such issues to affect prompt and appropriate resolutions.
• Counsels hourly employees to resolve personal or company related problems, which affect their performance.
• Supports the compliance of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Manages the performance review process and helps to ensure constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Supports the employee leave processes including FMLA, STD, LTD, Workers Compensation and other time away from work programs.
• Performs administrative support duties including but not limited to letters, documents, spreadsheets, data entry, purchase requisitions, filing, copying, etc.
• Leads various HR committees and manages related communications and events.
• Ability to act in a discrete manner to effectively communicate and protect confidential and sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience. SHRM-CP credential strongly preferred.
• At least 3-5 years related experience required. Experience in a manufacturing facility a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Highly Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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. 

Physical demands:  While performing the duties of this job in an office environment, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; the employee must periodically lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee may be required to travel occasionally. 

COMPETENCIES:

Active Learner: Able to identify own development and learning needs. Can quickly apply new learning. Eager and willing to take on new challenges- looks for areas of cross training and skill building. Able to apply new learning effectively.

Flexibility/Adaptability: Reacts favorably to changes and new information. Is able to respond positively to new situations, tasks, people and environment.

Perseverance: Can identify what needs to be done to meet quota, goals or objectives. Can advance or push ahead in the face of adversity or challenges. Can remain positive.

Rigorous: Ensures accuracy and is able to monitor the quality of work and processes while still meeting demands /commitments. Can perform tasks consistently and conscientiously.

Teamwork: Can collaborate, idea share, listen and be a member of a team while being respectful of others. Assumes responsibility for own commitments and actions. Shares knowledge & experience with team members.