Human Resources Generalist

Broadwind Industrial Solutions is adding a Human Resources Generalist to our Sanford, NC plant. In this hands-on role, the HR Generalist will assist in the operation of the human resources function by providing support across multiple functional areas within the HR department with a strong focus on recruiting, on-boarding, HRIS management and employee relations/support.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (May include some or all of the following responsibilities)

• Oversee hourly recruitment efforts to include:
  
  
  • Monitor headcount via review of needs and approved requisitions.
  • Provide input on internal movement and career pathing.
  • Manage website postings and external advertisements.
  • Coordinate and conduct interviews and participate in selection process.
  • Handle employment offers and start dates.
  
  
• Connect with local technical schools and high schools to find ways to fill our future talent pipeline. Meet with student groups to provide career information on Broadwind.
• Participate in community job fairs, access state websites and other ways to promote Broadwind as an employer of choice.
• Conduct new-employee orientation and coordinate the on-boarding process; complete the post-hiring follow-up processes and recommend actions as necessary. Look for ways to continually improve our delivery of information.
• Provide information to the employee base such as, answering benefits questions, explaining company policies, answering compliance questions, etc.
• Perform administrative functions of the HR department such as verifications, unemployment claims, updating information within the HRIS and compiling reports from the database.
• Assist leaders in counseling employees; conduct exit interviews as needed.
• Administer hourly compensation program and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Execute various human resources plans and procedures; contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the HR team to develop department goals, objectives, and processes.
• Drive required HR programs; generate and preserve other records, reports, and logs to ensure compliance EEO regulations.
• Support measurement systems and metrics that will enable the management team to understand and respond to staff changes.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Academic/Experience/Credentials/Certifications

• Associate's degree in an HR related program required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field desired.
• SPHR or PHR certification is a plus.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience with a recruiting emphasis.
• Experience in self-directed recruitment, which is the ability to independently manage the full cycle process.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
• Experience utilizing an HRIS system for employee records and driving data analysis.

Specialized Skills/Knowledge/Ability

• Considerable knowledge of principles of Human Resources administration.
• Competency in various office software programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point and databases.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and establish strong interpersonal connections at all levels of the organization; treat others with respect; conduct business, internally and externally with professionalism and tact; and establish rapport and trust at all levels within the organization.
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Process oriented with exceptional attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic, performance-driving individual who will pursue excellence in translating the employer brand passion, vision/mission of the organization into operational, quantitative Human Resources plans, goals, and schedules for improvement.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when managing sensitive employee information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands.