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Summary
Human Resources Generalist Salary Range: $71,000 - $124,000/ Yr.
As the largest machine tool builder in the western world, we need world-class talent in all of our departments. And we're not just looking for people for the production floor. Haas is a very vertically integrated company, with a wide range of high-tech career opportunities available.
Oh, and yes, we are the same Haas that owns the Haas Factory Racing Team, and Haas F1 Team from the Netflix series: Drive to Survive.
The Human Resources Generalist performs duties on a professional level in some or all of the following functional areas: recruiting/hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, employee relations, workers' compensation, safety, compensation, organizational development, performance management, policy implementation, HRIS/systems, communications, training, EEO and affirmative action. The HRG works under general supervision to support the Human Resources Department. This position requires an extremely perceptive person who is capable of relating to individuals at all levels within the organization. The generalist must be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill and the business needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Benefits Management:
  • Coordinate a variety of employee benefits: health insurance, life insurance, EAP, cafeteria plan, profit sharing, 401(k), discount tickets, company lunches, social functions, employee giving campaign, etc. Handle or refer health insurance issues.
  • Assist with compensation and employee surveys.

• Hiring/Onboarding:
  • Execute recruiting efforts including, but not limited to: entering requisitions in the system, candidate searches, job fairs, community functions, testing, interviewing, preparing offer packages, pre-employment checks, approvals, coordinate and facilitate orientation, onboarding, reporting, vendor relations, etc.
  • Responsible for hiring process vendor relationship management (including temporary and contract worker agencies, uniforms providers, pre-employment checks providers, etc.); coordinate and maintain contracts, reconcile billing, ensure systems are updated, run reports, perform audits, make adjustments as necessary. Maintain ongoing relationships with employment agencies to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates.
  • Complete EEO, affirmative action, and other government reports as required.
  • Maintain and update job descriptions.

• Legal/Compliance:
  • Implement and administer employee policies and procedures. Updates and/or assist in the updating of the employee handbook.
  • Respond to subpoenas.
  • Maintain regulatory compliance of employee postings.

• Employee Relations/Performance Management:
  • Conduct HR-related investigations to include: gathering and analyzing facts, applying relevant laws and policies and practices, to reach conclusions and recommended actions, partnering with HR management and labor attorneys as needed.
  • Provide expertise and case management of employee issues, from initial intake to resolution, in collaboration with HR management.
  • Maintain required documentation, including intake, investigative notes, and final reports.
  • Interpret and apply understanding of company practices, policies, and employment law to provide advice, mentorship, or clarification for employee issues.
  • Prepare termination and severance letters.
  • Handle and/or act as back up for terminations.
  • Prepare employee evaluation packages and review processes periodically. Review and enter completed evaluations into the system/file.
  • Prepare internal employee communications regarding compensation, benefits, and/or company policies.

• Organizational Development:
  • Analyze and recommend topics for supervisor training.
  • Develop, coordinate and carry out training programs for employees, supervisors, and management.
  • Train and provide support to HR team members.

• Workers/ Compensation/Safety:
  • Responsible for managing all aspects of workers' compensation, including input/track claims, follow-up on open cases, investigations, vendor relations, claims reviews and reporting.
  • Maintain all OSHA files in coordination with Safety Officer. Act as the safety committee representative.

• Leave Management:
  • Manage the Leave of Absence process including coordination and administration of all leave types (e.g., workers' compensation, personal, FMLA, etc.).
  • Employee point of contact for all Leaves of Absence inquiries/requests.
  • Advise, administer and monitor LOA eligibility, processes and procedures including impact to benefits and return to work.
  • Communicate/notify internal HR, payroll or other internal departments as needed.
  • Ensure proper designation of leaves and responses within required timeframes.
  • Partner with management during the interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations to employees in need.
  • Educate employees and managers on applicable LOA programs.
  • Track and report on leaves for management and as required/requested.
  • Keep abreast of new and/or changing leave laws as they relate to company operations; recommend updates/revisions to policies, procedures, templates, forms, etc. as needed to HR management.

• General Requirements:
  • Collect and analyze HR data in order to make recommendations to management. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
  • Administer human resources policies and procedures according to company standards. Implement HR best practices and relevant employment laws/regulations in recommendations.
  • Provide high-quality advice and service to management on daily employee relations and performance management issues.
  • Support the HR department in implementing programs to help improve the employee experience.
  • Participate in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
  • Serve as backup for other Generalists and Manager.

• Demonstrate sound judgement and discretion to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervised Employees
This job does not have any supervisory activities.
0
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in HR policies and procedures.

• Comprehensive understanding of HR best practices and federal, state and local employment laws/regulations including leave administration, ADA, accommodations and investigations, such as harassment.

• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation law and OSHA reporting requirements.

• Strong knowledge of hiring processes.

• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

• HRIS experience including reporting.

• Strong business and HR acumen; sound judgment, critical evaluation, analysis and problem-solving abilities.

• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.

• Excellent interpersonal, consultation and communication skills (oral and written) with a high degree of business acumen.

• Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and manage several projects concurrently.

• Must be able to work both independently and as a team player.

Desired Qualifications

• Human Resources certifications (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP).

• Advanced knowledge in MS Office suite, specifically Excel.

• HRIS experience using Paycom.

• Experience leading business process improvement and systems implementation.

• Spanish language proficiency.

Education
Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Major
Human Resources Management
Business Administration
Minimum Years of Experience
5-10 years
Language Skills
Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. May need to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Must have the 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.
Physical Activity
Duration
Sitting
Frequently
Standing
Frequently
Walking
Occasionally
Bending (neck)
Frequently
Bending (waist)
Rarely
Squatting
Rarely
Twisting (neck)
Occasionally
Twisting (waist)
Occasionally
Climbing
Never
Kneeling
Rarely
Crawling
Never
Reaching (above shoulder level)
Occasionally
Reaching (below shoulder level)
Occasionally
Hand Use
Duration
Repetitive use of hand
Frequently
Simple grasping
Frequently
Power grasping
Rarely
Fine manipulation
Frequently
Pushing & Pulling
Frequently
Vision
Required
Close vision
Yes
Distance vision
Yes
Color vision
Yes
Peripheral vision
Yes
Depth perception
Yes
Adjust focus
Yes
Lifting Requirements
Duration
0-10 lbs.
Occasionally
11-25 lbs.
Occasionally
26-50 lbs.
Never
51-60 lbs.
Never
61+ lbs.
Never
Equipment Use
Duration
This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.
Frequently
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.
Noise Level
The noise level in the work environment is usually:
Low
Work Environment
Duration
This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment
Constantly
Employee will work around machining or on the production floor
Never
Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration
Never
Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles
Never
Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat
Never
Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock
Never