MAYHEW STEEL PRODUCTS INC Hiring for HR Generalist at Turners Falls, MA Full Time

Mayhew Steel is searching for a HR Generalist to join our team. Mayhew Steel is the global leader in punch and chisel manufacturing. Located in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, this role is onsite and full time.
Under general supervision from the Chief Human Resource Officer, the Human Resource Generalist will support all facets of human resources for the plant including recruiting, policy interpretation, ing of information, employee and labor relations, benefits administration, HRIS systems and additional duties as needed.

Job Characteristics

• Provides Human Resource generalist support in areas such as staffing, employee relations, training/development, and other related areas.
• Monitor and provide necessary training and coaching to managers and supervisors as needed.
• Complete day-to-day administration of human resource programs including completing all the necessary paperwork to enroll, terminate and modify employee records.
• Assist with employee relations issues with plant management to affect prompt and appropriate resolution.
• Administer company policies and helps to ensure alignment and consistent application of policies,
• Directs the collection and preparation of routine and special human resource s.
• Provides assistance to employees and supervisors in solving work-related problems under the guidance of the CHRO. Evaluates the issue and meets with supervisors to determine effective remediation techniques, such as job skills training or personal intervention, to resolve human relations issues.
• Manages the internal job posting process to ensure timely posting of open positions. Reviews all internal applications and works with hiring manager to ensure proper placement of internal candidates.
• Source qualified candidates through advertising, approved recruiters, and other recruiting sources.
• Interview and assist in the selection of qualified candidates to fill approved positions. Coach managers on candidate interviewing and selection. Analyzes job requirements making recommendation of final selection.
• Manage all hourly employment offer processes and all pre-employment steps – references, background check, and drug screen – in preparation for completing the hiring process.
• Follow through on all resumes and applications received for open positions to ensure proper correspondence is sent to applicants. Maintains applicant database.
• Performs new employee orientation to foster positive outlook toward plant and company goals.
• Schedules onboarding meetings with appropriate staff members
• Oversees the off-boarding process. Prepare and process termination paperwork.
• Complete transactions for all employee changes that represent a change in status among which include promotions, transfers, separations, approved leaves, etc.
• Act as the on-site communications conduit for all corporate internal communications. Print and post all required communications, posters, etc., and facilitate distribution, as required.
• Routinely audit employment law postings for accuracy and adherence to established guidelines and applicable federal and state laws.
• Conduct periodic audits and audit findings and make recommendations for correction of unsatisfactory conditions, or improvements related to compliance.
• Performs data entry and data record keeping with a variety of vendors or systems, including HRIS data entry.
• Partners with all current staffing agencies regarding placements.
• Maintains up to date job descriptions.
• Provides stellar customer support to internal and external customers.
• Participates in additional departmental projects and priorities as requested.
• Provides support with workforce planning which may include headcount forecasting, staffing ratios and/or support with acquisitions,
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality.

Level of Supervision
Given: – Will orient new employees as necessary, conducts trainings and reviews the work of others. May directly supervise the work of various employees and indirectly provides leadership and oversight to multiple facilities.
Received: – Works under minimal supervision and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals and consults with superior or higher levels of management on the more difficult and complex phases of work.
Required Education/Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a generalist role.
• Prefer previous manufacturing experience.
• Candidates with heavy recruitment experience desired.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• PHR/SHRM-CP highly desired
• Labor & Employment law knowledge (EEO, ADA, AA, FMAL, PFML, etc.)
• Multiple HR disciplines

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Must have some knowledge of FLSA regs and State laws. Must have strong planning and organizing skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Effective oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills. Travel will be required based on business needs. Must show strong initiative, exercise sound judgment, and take appropriate action when necessary. Must have intermediate PC skills to format s, presentations, and spreadsheets. Must work independently and in a team environment.

Decision Making Responsibilities
Assesses situations, considers alternatives, chooses the appropriate course of action and advises management accordingly. Provides timely notification to management of either emerging situations or those requiring follow-up attention.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Although this position is primarily a seated at a desk position an employee performing the duties of this job may occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. Visual focus is often required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time