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Position Title: HR Generalist

Location: Indianapolis, IN.

Starting Pay for position: $65K - $85K

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About Herff Jones:

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com. 

Your Opportunity: The Herff Jones Human Resources team is looking for a HR Generalist to join our Indianapolis HR team. This position will report to the HR Manager.

What You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:

• Partner with Plant leadership to understand business priorities by attending weekly meetings, daily GEMBA, 1v1s, etc.
• Provide coaching and consultation to leaders on employee relations practices necessary to maintain a positive employment relationship. Conduct investigations, as needed.
• Act as the liaison for unemployment, workers compensation, and the workers comp insurance carrier.
• Promote a positive workplace culture and coordinate employee engagement initiatives and events.
• Support the performance management process, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans.
• Maintain accurate HR records and employee files.
• Prepare HR reports and analyze HR metrics to support decision-making.
• Support employee training and development programs, recruiting and onboarding, and employee terminations.
• Maintain state and federal compliance relating to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and EEOC standards.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs.
• Assist with payroll, timesheets and verification.
• Other HR-related tasks as assigned.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Demonstrated understanding of core HR competencies – Employee Relations, Compensation and Benefits, Recruiting and Retention, Talent Management and Organizational Development, Performance Management, Compliance, EHS & Risk Management, and Change Management.
• Superior problem-solving abilities and abilities to motivate/influence others.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High level of initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities and workload requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient using HRIS Systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Eagerness to continually learn and advance in business acumen/HR development.

 Education / Certifications Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• 3+ years progressive HR management/generalist experience required.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.
• Active SHRM/HR certification preferred, or willing to become certified within 6 months.
• Working knowledge of all State and Federal labor laws.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Reading, communication, math.
• Working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. 

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