Senior Human Resources Generalist

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Classification: Full-Time, Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports To: General Manager

Work Location: Huntsville, Alabama 35801 (On-Site)

Summary/Objective

The Senior HR Generalist serves as a hands-on HR partner carrying out the organization's human resources strategy and supporting a broad range of daily, monthly, and annual human resources functions including employee relations, legal and contractual HR compliance, talent management, performance management, policy administration, and payroll. This role requires strong HR expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization.

• High School graduate (or equivalent) required, some college or a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• 3+ years of previous HR generalist experience in a similar role(s) required, 5+ years of previous experience in a manufacturing or skilled workshop Government Contracting environment preferred
• 3+ years of payroll experience required, ADP payroll experience strongly preferred
• Human resources and/or recruiting certificate strongly preferred

Essential Functions

• Performs diversified HR clerical, administrative, and payroll activities for the company under the direction of the General Manager
• Makes files on all new personnel; processes and records information, such as personal data, compensation, benefits, PTO tracking, tax data; attendance, performance reviews or evaluations, and termination date and reason
• Researches and coordinates employee benefits; schedules, coordinates, oversees, and follows up on annual open enrollment actions
• Researches and provides management with advanced personnel reports
• Counsels and informs employees on HR policies and programs
• Communicates personnel actions to appropriate employees and follows through with documentation required
• Processes employment applications and handles all other employment activities, including in-processing and out-processing tasks
• Enrolls new employees in benefits and programs
• Works within Tintronics' HR personnel data system; prepares HR reports to Tintronics management for HR-related actions, including, but not limited to, staffing, counseling, pay, promotions, evaluations, benefits, and terminations
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, providing recommendations and documentation
• Support performance management processes, including coaching, disciplinary actions, and corrective action plans
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and retention strategies
• Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures
• Support audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting as needed
• Support training initiatives and employee development programs
• Reviews and approves accuracy of invoices for all payroll and benefit functions (healthcare, FSA, and other insurance, payroll, retirement plans)
• Verifies timecard entries, confirms payroll inputs, and processes bi-weekly payroll using ADP
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication skills; demonstrates presence, experience, and bearing to effectively represent the company to a variety of audiences
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and resourceful to schedule tasks as needed without direct supervision and to solve problems without assistance
• High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information
• Extremely organized
• Strong work ethic
• Technically savvy; proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and ATS systems
• Dependable
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Strong focus on attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to quickly learn and apply various HR skills
• Enhanced interpersonal skills, including counseling, directing, and advising; works with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work steadily for long periods of time
• Ability to properly document steps and maintain detailed personnel records
• Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment and adhere to health and safety regulations

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a standard office setting with occasional visits to a controlled factory setting, which includes occasional use of personal protective equipment. When in the production area, the employee will be required to use clothing and devices to prevent damage to production materials from electrostatic static discharge (ESD).

Physical Demands

Position requires sitting for extended periods and occasional walking through a controlled environment. Good manual dexterity and the use of hands and fingers to manipulate normal office equipment, including computers, faxes, copiers, and other devices is common. Good vision (including corrected vision) is critical. Hearing within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, receiving ordinary information and instructions. Proficient reading and writing is required, as well as generalized computer skills required for using HR Information Systems for reviewing and completing personnel documentation. No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs. of force may occasionally be required.

EEO Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.

Thank you for your interest in the position. As part of our hiring process, we conduct background checks to ensure the safety and integrity of our workplace. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to these pre-employment screening procedures.