Human Resource Generalist

Company: Weatherly Casting & Machine Co LLC
Location: Weatherly
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing a variety of administrative and professional work in coordinating the human resources program of Weatherly Casting & Machine Co LLC. The incumbent independently prepares, carries out, and takes definitive action regarding processes and functions that are integral parts of the department's mission. Work includes duties in human resources and safety.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President - Operations

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

NOTE: An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed.

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• Answers routine questions from employees, retirees, and the general public, or directs to appropriate staff when necessary.
  
• Interacts with organizational leadership, employees, vendors, and affected individuals both within and outside of the organization on a regular basis to assist with the completion of general informational requests or direction to appropriate staff in order to provide the highest-level customer service.
  
• Assists with Collective Bargaining Agreement administration and receive and route grievances properly.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately and maintain mutual comfort level while relating to a diverse workforce.
  
• Enters data into the HR Information System to accurately reflect changes to employee records.
  
• Participate in Safety Committee and assist, serves as secretary to the Committee, and assists with safety related trainings, as necessary.
  
• Assist in scheduling and participation of interviews, coordination of orientation and training for employees across the organization.
  
• Responsible for maintaining the filing of personnel records and other pertinent departmental records.
  
• Assist with human resource projects, as necessary.
  
• Enter benefits enrollments, update information, provide information to employees related to benefits.
  
• Trained to run payroll, and serves as a back up for two other locations.
  
• Strong ability to perform well and be unfailingly diplomatic in a high pressure and complex environment.
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to envision and deliver innovative solutions.
  
• High energy level, ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently.
  
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive.
  
• Other job duties as necessary. Performs related work as may be required.
  
• *An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  
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  • Knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations, as well as the ability to learn specific rules and regulations governing human resources.
    
  • Knowledge of computers and computer software, with ability to apply this aptitude in word processing, Excel spreadsheet development, and Word document merges.
    
  • Thorough knowledge of proper records management, retention of records and cataloguing of files.
    
  • Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
    
  • Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports, carry out assignments, and administer existing and proposed programs.
    
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and proficiently in writing with various employees, managers, labor unions and the general public.
    
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and managers, other agencies, and the public.
    
  • Ability to handle stressful situations.
    
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
    
    
    TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
    Telephone, personal computer (including HRIS, word processing, spreadsheet and other specialized software), calculator, fax machine, scanner, printer, and copy machine.
    
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
    
    The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
    
    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
    
    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.
    
    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    
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    • 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 may occasionally enter the plant environment and be exposed to moving mechanical parts.
      
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but can be moderate or loud when entering the plant.
      
    • The temperature in the work environment is usually regulated; however, if in the plant, the temperature may be cold in the winter and hot in the summer.
      
    • Employees are required to wear proper steel toe shoes, safety glasses and proper hearing protection while working in certain areas.
      
      ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
      The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
      
      Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law. PI195618627

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