HR Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the senior level Human Resources and Operations Management.  You will provide on-site staff support within a manufacturing environment.  Position reports to an HR Manager and is located in the Kent, WA area.

JOB DUTIES

• Support full cycle recruiting for positions at all levels.
• Onboard new hires and temporary workers, ensuring minimum requirements are met, proper documentation is provided, etc.
• Assist in such areas as employee relations, leave of absence, workers' comp, benefits, and general HR administration.
• Originate and maintain up-to-date and accurate HRIS information for all employees: employee personnel records (application, background check information, policy acknowledgments, AA/EEO, wage changes, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, etc.), training records, and medical records.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and yearly reports, such as headcount, new hire, termination, AA/EEO/VETS, benefit statements, PCC training requirements, census data surveys, wage surveys and other projects as assigned.
• Prepare employee communication material and maintains company bulletin boards with required postings.
• Maintain accurate and current information in employee’s personnel file and in computer system. Organize and maintain department files, both physical and electronic, in an accurate, orderly, and efficient manner.
• Respond to verifications of employment.
• Terminations: create termination packages, conduct exit interviews, process transfer forms as needed, and ensure all termination notifications and paperwork is complete per regulations.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in HR field required.
• Experience in Manufacturing or Logistics preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred; PHR or SHRM certification, preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal and State Labor Regulations
• Ability to understand and analyze complex situations and make sound decisions through critical thinking.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, team-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills: excellent attention to detail and follow through.
• Able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
• Minimum intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

EOE