Human Resources Generalist
Westfall Technik

Westfall Technik is a global holding company which provides innovative plastics manufacturing solutions to the healthcare, consumer package goods and light industrial vertical markets. The site locations, operating within the Westfall Technik enterprise, are internationally aligned with unmatched global reach in the industry. Our proprietary Stacked Integration Model ™ enables us to operate leveraging a high degree of specialization, extensive capacities in end-to-end design, production and assembly, and first-class references in high-end manufacturing.

ONE WESTFALL

Competitive advantages such as vertical integration, speed-to-market and advanced manufacturing systems allow us to streamline our processes and be a complete solution provider positively impacting our customers' business. We are powered by experienced people with diversified capabilities and specialties. We pride ourselves in developing customized solutions with precision and care. So, while there is complexity to what we do; we simplify the process to deliver a customer experience that is enjoyable and easy; providing a single point of accountability.

ALL IN.

This simple phrase captures what Westfall Technik is all about. The statement embodies the company's commitment to total support, complete manufacturing capabilities and its bold approach. It is our internal rallying cry. It is our philosophy. Nothing half-hearted.

Associates (and Customers) can be confident that this mantra drives the organization to be nimble, scalable and comprehensive ----no matter how complex the customers' challenge.

We look forward to having an interesting conversation with you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: HR Generalist

Position: Exempt

Location: WTI Louisville (Elizabethtown, KY)

Manager: No

Reports to: Regional HR Manager and will partner with the Site General Manager

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist will run daily functions at the site level and provide vital personnel support by being the first point of contact for employees. The HR Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping plan and administer important functions, such as staffing, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations and workers compensation matters. The HR Generalist will partner with other departments to ensure the retention and engagement of employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work independently as well as on a team
• Works directly with and reports to the Regional Human Resources (HR) Manager regarding all HR endeavors
• Assists with all recruiting initiatives, track and update applicants in ADP and responds with follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process
• Participates in the on-boarding of employees, including proper documentation, electronic files and conduct New Hire Orientation regarding Polices/Procedures and Benefits
• Conduct New Ire Orientation for temporary employees who convert to permanent employees
• Completes and verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files through ADP
• Partners with Payroll to ensure payroll processes are correct
• Sends Timekeeping Records and Total Hours Report to Staffing Agencies on a weekly basis
• Prepares, maintains and creates reports as needed
• Maintains employee files and electronic files with ADP. Responsible for updating files when necessary and training employees to use ADP self-portal
• Files documents into appropriate employee files
• Partners with Corporate HR in educating employees and ensuring compliance with all polices, company processes, HR objectives, and state/federal employment laws
• Assists with processing and managing of worker's compensation claims
• Maintains the site schedule for employee Training & Development (TD) Programs and ensure employees participate in the T&D Programs
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, management training, new hiring training, aptitude exams and certificates
• Partners with Corporate HR on leave of absence and health issues, grievance matters, organizational change and notifications
• Create and distribute internal announcements regarding new hires, status changes, and terminations
• Assists or prepares correspondence letters or emails as requested
• Conducts audits of payroll, benefits, attendance or other HR programs and recommends corrective action
• Acts as a point of contact for employees and provides support regarding benefits, 401(k), payroll, time and attendance, time off and performance appraisals
• Assists Corporate HR with salary administration to include researching wage surveys and assist with regular review of internal salary matrix
• Submits investigations intake complaint form to the Regional HR Manager. Provides prompt and appropriate guidance to employees regarding the complaint process
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and at times investigations
• Process termination paperwork and final check requests
• Conducts exit interview for employees who voluntarily resign
• Partners with Operations to ensure safety regulations are being followed
• Answer employee questions and referring employees to contact the ADP My Life Advisor line
• Requires the ability to travel
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• 2-5 years of progressive and relevant level HR experience
• Understanding of state and federal employment regulations
• Awareness of OSHA regulations and compliance
• Good knowledge of related federal employment laws/regulations including ADA, EEO, and FMLA
• Understanding of personnel and compliance records management
• Creativity, innovation and the ability to solve problems and generate viable solutions
• Must be approachable and effective with ability to influence change across all levels of the organization
• Must have good time management skills and be able prioritize duties
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and in certain circumstances when sensitive information must be shared, share on a "need to know" basis
• Demonstrate and maintain a positive customer service focus to both internal and external customers
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Highly organized person and can show planning and processes to support daily work
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal, written, phone, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in HRIS systems preferably ADP Workforce Now
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume work environment
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Excellent collaborator
• Attentive listener
• Ability to follow directions accurately and without hesitation
• Willing to take initiative and work independently when needed
• Maintain a high level of Professional integrity and sense of responsibility and accountability

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sit for long periods of time
• Repeat the same movements
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Understand the speech of another person
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is usually in an office setting within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level.

Westfall -Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.