Field HR Generalist
This position provides general human resources support to the Director, Operations Managers, and Distribution Center Supervisors in partnership with their HR Business Partner leader. Primary HR contact for associates and building leaders regarding talent acquisition and development, associate relations, compliance and policy management, engagement and company DIB initiatives.
Partners with facility directors and managers to implement and maintain programs promoting strong associate engagement. Assists leaders in the processes of talent assessment and succession planning. May also perform routine administrative functions including assistance in follow up with support center partners.
Primary Duties :
- Lead and manage onboarding process of new associates, including orientation and training.
- Partner with building leadership to support performance and talent management programs, with an attention to follow up, implementation and lead related initiatives as the HR on site leader.
- Utilize company procedures, standards, policies and other reference materials to assist in timely communication in accordance with our company purpose and values.
- Build trusting consultative relationship with team by having a presence on the floor and attendance of meetings with each department and shift.
- Support communication of total reward programs and involvement in associate education.
- Counsel and guide to proactively resolve concerns in alignment with company standards and expectations, escalating concerns to HRBP leader as needed.
- Conduct weekly touch bases with key leaders focusing on consistency across the company on implantation of programs, onboarding, training.
- Proactively provide feedback on trends, issues and wins.
- Drive DIB initiatives and morale building events to increase engagement and create a welcoming environment for all.
- Manage day-to-day HR activities including record keeping, internal communication and events.
- Complete additional HR projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
3-5 years of HR experienceExperience in a Distribution Center preferredBachelor's degree preferred, HR Certification a plusWorking knowledge of federal and state law regulations as they pertain to associate relations, benefits (including leave administration), compensation, and payrollSkilled at MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HR SystemsCompetencies / Attributes :
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills (including professional telephone etiquette)Ability to provide ethical, high quality, timely, professional, and positive customer serviceStrong Critical Thinking Skills : Ability to make sound decisions and provide direction in the context of manager counseling and conflict resolution in accordance with corporate policiesAbility to multitask and work in a team environment / building relationshipsAbility to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretionAbility to meet or exceed established service level expectationsNature and Extent of Direct or Indirect Controls Exercised by the Supervisor :
Task Level HighDepartmental / Division Level HighProject Level HighConsultative Level HighThe amount of discretion or freedom this position has : Strict Adherence to Guidelinesx Interprets and Adapts Guidelines Develops and Implements Guidelines
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements :
The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, retail stores, and residences or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, books, small parts; using a keyboard, driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.