HR Generalist

Description

Who We Are

Vigor is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding and ship repair, supporting both commercial customers and our national defense. With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of its employees and in the community. Vigor ... Industrial Evolution. For more information, visit vigor.net.

Salary Range : $70,785 - 88,481 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position provides day to day Human Resources support to employees and their managers under the general supervision of the designated HR Services Manager. You will help support, guide, and mentor and nurture our workforce in line with our values and business needs. Primary responsibilities include administration and coordination of human resources policies and programs including staffing, employee / labor relations, compliance, performance management, corrective actions and training in accordance with practices applicable to an affirmative action employer. He / she must actively demonstrate the Vigor Values and Code in all professional activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities)

• Partners with the operations to support business objectives, improve employee and business performance and provide direction and support of HR and labor relations policies, programs and practices
• Serves as the initial contact person for salaried and corporate hourly employees regarding, human resources policies, procedures and administration.
• Assists in providing counsel to managers, with input from others on the Human Resources Management team, on a wide range of employee and employment law issues, including the investigation of serious employee complaints
• Assists in the development of proactive approaches to improve employee relations.
• Contributes to, or is responsible for, projects and administrative activities that have an impact beyond a single business unit. This may include basic tasks such as development of employment forms, job descriptions, benefits administration, and employee orientations.
• Responsible for ensuring business practices are in accordance with the terms of the company policy, federal, state and local laws and reflect best operating practices appropriate to the industry.
• Ensures that new employees receive an appropriate orientation regarding the corporate organization and business philosophies as well as employee benefits, programs and responsibilities.
• Coordinates the maintenance of complete, accurate files and records in support of human resource programs and initiatives.
• Offers assistance in designing effective training materials and methodologies.
• Assists in facilitating and presenting employment law training for managers and supervisors
• Composes routine correspondence, reports, and proposals. Ensures that documents are technically accurate, grammatically correct, and appropriate for the intended audience and have an appropriate level of diplomacy in the conveyance of sensitive subjects.
• Support and backup other functional areas and / or special projects within human resources such as position management, affirmative action plan administration, policy implementation and administration, benefits administration, compensation administration etc.

JOB SCOPE :

The role serves as an internal consultant and facilitator in area of assigned responsibility.

The Human Resources Generalist classification denotes a competent Human Resources professional working within the assigned HR discipline(s). HR Generalist may be assigned supervisory responsibility over support and technical staff on a continuing or project basis and at the lead or full supervisor level.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY : None.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS :

The Human Resources Generalist coordinates his / her efforts with managers and supervisors. This position represents the Company through formal and informal interactions and communications with all levels of management / supervision, salaried non-union employees, hourly craft employees and union representatives.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Requires physical and mental stamina appropriate to the performance of assigned duties the following represent illustrations of requirements- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time; primarily in an office setting but at times the work requires going into a heavy industrial setting. The person may be required to walk upstairs and ladders and aboard ships to interact with employees. Mental ability to evaluate, assess and manage complex problems and policy related matters, at times in emotionally charged situations. He / she may be required to work nights or weekends. Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and / or carry boxes or containers. There may be a need to travel and / or out of town, including air travel. There may be a need to travel within or out of town, including air travel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

While in production areas the person will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth : We seek the truth, and we speak the truth

Responsibility : We act on what we know is right

Evolution : We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world

Love : We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $70,785 - $88,481