What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Relations position at TGG?
About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned HR Generalist with a strong focus on employee relations to join our growing HR team. This hands-on role requires a deep understanding of HR best practices, particularly in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Employee Relations: Serve as a key point of contact for employees, addressing concerns, mediating conflicts, and ensuring a positive and compliant work environment.
- HR Compliance & Policies: Assist in creating, communicating, and enforcing company policies, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Provide guidance on FMLA, short-term disability, medical leave, and compensation matters.
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Support job postings, candidate screening, interviews, background checks, drug testing, and new hire orientation.
- Disciplinary Procedures & Investigations: Participate in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and workplace investigations while ensuring fair and consistent enforcement of company policies.
- Payroll & Benefits Support: Address employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and policy clarifications, ensuring smooth administration through Paylocity.
- Training & Development: Support training initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and compliance with safety and workplace regulations.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of HR Generalist experience, with a strong focus on employee relations.
- Solid knowledge of HR best practices, including recruiting, policy creation, benefits administration, and compliance with employment laws.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or similar industries involving an hourly workforce.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive employee relations issues with professionalism and discretion.
- Proficiency in Paylocity or similar HR software.
Preferred Qualifications
- HR Certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) are a plus.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety.
