Human Resources Generalist

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Location: Brownsburg, IN

Workplace Category: On-site

Travel Required: Limited

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range:  $62,800 – $90,500

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. 

Relocation: Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

As part of the Human Resources team, your key responsibilities will be to support the day-to-day human resources activities for our Parts and Accessories Distribution Operations in Brownsburg, Indiana.  The Human Resources Generalist role offers a fast-paced work environment which enables you to collaborate with cross-functional team members.  Critical for success are strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; a customer service mindset; and a focus on detail orientation.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and process weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner including reporting and use of UKG (Kronos) and Workday.  Audits employee timecard details and manually process miscellaneous payroll adjusting entries.
• Communicate and counsel employees concerning leave benefits, including FMLA and disability, and provide accurate information on deductions from pay pertaining to absences.  Liaise with leave administration team to facilitate efficient leave coordination.
• Maintain and update employee information within HRIS including processing job changes such as job moves, transfers, wage changes, separations, etc.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of Human Resources communications, forms, distribution lists, documents, and employee files.
• Participate in the interviewing & onboarding processes for hourly team associates and / or seasonal hires.
• Assist in employee relations matters to include investigations; counseling; disciplinary meetings; etc.
• Recommend and partner with the team on continuous improvements of our HR workflow and processes.
• Make independent decisions and possess the ability to set priorities for the best interest of the organization.
• Serve as a point of contact for general inquiries for the Human Resources teams to ensure employees’ questions are answered.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for job responsibilities.
• Coordinate company activities for teams, meetings, and events.
• Assist in development programs to improve employee engagement and operational efficiency. Identify opportunities and assess improvements to the employee experience and partner with management team to develop and implement innovative and lasting solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of employment and labor law. Communicate with legal counsel as/when necessary.
•  Support Human Resources activities for the operation ensuring alignment and consistency with broader business and departmental objectives.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is required.
• 1-4 years of human resources experience required in a warehouse / manufacturing environment with knowledge in all Human Resources generalist functions (e.g., recruitment, employee relations, employment law, compensation, benefits, training, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with stakeholders at all levels both inside and outside the organization.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) at an intermediate level.
• Demonstrated ability to act independently, organize workload set priorities, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to change.
• Excellent customer service, t