HR Generalist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a leader in the global automotive processing industry, is seeking a HR Generalist for a terminal location in Baltimore, MD. In this position, the ideal candidate will own the site Payroll and Human Resources processes. As the face of Human Resources, the HR Generalist will build strong, partnering relationships with leadership while balancing employee advocacy, and support employees at all levels at this location, including union employees.

This is a full-time, onsite position, with occasional overtime required.

Responsibilities:

• Compile and process weekly payroll data and review for accuracy, collaborating with local leadership and corporate Payroll as required
• Maintain/update employee data in HRIS
• Coordinate recruiting process
• Onboard new hires
• Actively participate and be the first line contact for all site HR, benefit, and wellness activities (such as new hire eligibility, open enrollment, life events, and general questions)
• Reconcile temporary workforce payroll/billing
• Coordinate Workers Compensation claims and reporting in a timely manner
• Collaborate with local leadership to ensure HR is taking a proactive approach and fostering strong, trustworthy relationships with leadership and employees
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and legal responsibilities
• Participate in Corporate HR projects

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience working in Human Resources
• 5+ years' experience with Payroll; strong experience processing payroll required
• 3 years' experience processing payroll with UKG is preferred
• Current SHRM-CP or PHR or willingness to obtain
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including excellent Excel skills
• Previous experience working with union employees, including processing union employees' payroll, is preferred
• Must be able to obtain TWIC badge (Transportation Working Identification Credential).