HR Generalist/Payroll

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business, or Organization Development or equivalent.

Minimum 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources positions.

Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations, preferred.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

3 years Generalist experience in a manufacturing environment

PHR Certification.

Bilingual preferred.

Strong communication skills.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience with ADP, Oracle, GPS, Workbrain, and Taleo preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 employee is regularly required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

PAY RATE

$80k - $90k/year depending on experience

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs and coordinates a variety of professional and technical Human Resources functions, including leave of absence administration, recruiting, and various other human resources functions. Analyzes Human Resources data and assures effective administration of Company policies and procedures. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in the areas of payroll administration, with special regard to accuracy and timeliness

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include the following; other duties may be required and assigned at any time.

• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.
• Compiles and calculates various (wkly and monthly) statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay, headcount, turnover, benefits accounts, and submits them to appropriate departments
• Provides guidance and acts as a resource for employees and management; within limits of delegated responsibility, ensures their understanding, interpretation and compliance with personnel policies, programs, and procedures
• Prepares attendance corrective actions as needed and in accordance to company's attendance policy
• Ensure compliance and administer LOA process under FMLA, CFRA, PFL, Workers Comp, etc.
• Assists department in carrying out various human resources programs and procedures for all company employee
• Handles employee relations issues; may conduct investigations into employee complaints/concerns and performs disciplinary actions as needed.
• Provides assistance and coaching to supervisors on employee development and disciplinary procedures.
• Manages ongoing recruitment of qualified production personnel and implements effective recruitment strategies; partner with supervisors/managers to assess recruiting needs and identify key issues; maintains job descriptions and job postings.
• Manages all aspects of bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees; Records, maintains, checks and balances timecards.
• Recommends and implements improvements to streamline payroll processes
• Collaborates within HR team to obtain and/or provide information to verify or support accuracy of employee records
• Receive, process, and/or maintain various confidential records, files requiring classification records, files requiring classification and compilation of varied information (i.e.: department files, confidential files, reports, including sick and vacation records, W-4s 401k etc)
• Process all biweekly, month end, and year end reporting and reconciliations as required
• Assist with Company/Employee sponsored events