Human Resources Generalist

Your responsibilities

Schedule and facilitate a smooth new hire onboarding process, educating newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures and regulations, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience

Handle all administrative tasks for new hires including entering data into HR information systems and auditing for accuracy and compliance

Maintain physical and digital employee files and their related documents

Collaborate with outside providers (i.e., benefits administrators, search firms, vendors)

Investigate complaints and grievances brought forward by employees

Take appropriate disciplinary action when an employee violates Company rules and regulations

Produce and submit reports on general HR activity

Assist with the recruitment process conducting reference checks and ensuring relevant pre-employment background screens have been completed

Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs

Suggest new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency of the HR department and organization as a whole and to improve the employee experience and morale

Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and/or procedures as required

Serve as HR advisor to employees in relation to absence and health issues, grievance matters, organizational changes and other employee-relations matters

Oversee payroll processing for the variety of payrolls on the relevant frequencies

Be responsible for tracking vacation/sick pay and hourly employee time and attendance

Assist in the communication, interpretation and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational charts

Your qualifications

Deep understanding of Labor Law and employment equity regulations

Efficient HR administration and people management skills

Analytic skills a plus

Fantastic knowledge of HR functions and best practices

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines

Superb computer literacy with capability in email, MS Office and related HR software

Strong organizational and conflict management skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related preferred or 2-3 years of experience as an HR coordinator or similar role

Two to three years’ experience in Human Resources Department preferred

SHRM or HRCI certification is a plus

Experience with ERP systems a plus