What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist I position at Wagner Logistics?
Wagner Logistics isn't just your average logistics company—we're a dynamic team of adventurers, weaving magic into every step of the supply chain industry. As one of the top 50 Third-party logistics companies, we specialize in distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging. With us, every day is a new quest filled with excitement and opportunity!
Why you'll love Wagner Logistics:
- Fantastic Benefits: Dive into family, health, dental, and vision plans, a 401k with company match, and more!
- Paid Time Off: Because we believe in work-life balance.
- Competitive Wages: We value your hard work & dedication
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented HR Generalist I with a primary focus on recruitment, onboarding, and strategic project work. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new hires, and contribute to key HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a passion for talent acquisition and a knack for managing multiple projects while maintaining a people-first approach.
Recruitment
- Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent across various functions.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify hiring needs, create job descriptions, and determine sourcing strategies.
- Source candidates using a variety of platforms, including job boards, social media, and employee referrals.
- Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and facilitate selection processes to ensure a high-quality candidate experience.
- Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and provide regular recruitment metrics and reporting.
Onboarding
- Design and execute a comprehensive onboarding program to ensure new hires integrate smoothly into the organization.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to set up new hires with the necessary tools, systems, and resources.
- Conduct orientation sessions and ensure compliance with all onboarding documentation and processes.
- Act as a point of contact for new employees, addressing their questions and concerns during the onboarding process.
HR Projects and Initiatives
- Partner with HR leadership to develop and execute initiatives that enhance employee experience, engagement, and retention.
- Lead or participate in HR-related projects, such as diversity and inclusion efforts, employee engagement surveys, and process improvement initiatives.
- Stay updated on HR best practices and contribute ideas to enhance recruitment and onboarding strategies.
- Provide input and support for other HR functions, including performance management and compliance, as needed.
Qualifications:
To thrive in this role, you’ve got to have the goods. Here’s what we’re looking for.
A. Education
- A bachelor’s degree is our ideal choice. Bonus points if you have some HR certification.
- Experience
- Dive in with 2-3 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in the lively world of warehouses or manufacturing.
- Proficiency with UKG. (Preferred but not required.)
- Knowledge/Experience/Skills:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus!
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to hiring and onboarding.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to build relationships.
- Handling confidential info carefully is a must.
Physical Demands:
- Sitting: The HR Generalist role involves significant time sitting at a desk. Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer are standard.
- Standing and Walking: There will be occasional standing and walking within the office environment to attend meetings, visit different departments, or conduct employee orientations.
- Lifting: Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. Occasionally lifting and moving office supplies and equipment up to 20 pounds.
- Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands for typing and handling paperwork. The role requires repetitive motion with hands and wrists when using a keyboard and mouse.
- Communication: Clear verbal communication is essential for meetings, presentations, and daily interactions with employees and management.
- Visual Demands: Requires good visual acuity for reading documents, using a computer, and recognizing facial expressions and body language.
Work Environment:
- Office Setting: The HR Generalist primarily works in a typical office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.
- Noise Level: The noise level is usually low to moderate, typical of a standard office setting.
- Interaction: Frequent interaction with employees at all organizational levels necessitates strong interpersonal skills.
- Privacy: The role may involve handling sensitive and confidential information, requiring a work environment that ensures privacy and discretion.
- Flexibility: Occasionally, there may be a need to attend off-site meetings, recruitment events, or training sessions, which could involve travel.
- Work Hours: The work schedule generally follows standard business hours, but it may occasionally require extended hours or flexibility to accommodate meetings, deadlines, or urgent issues.
Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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