Human Resources Generalist

Job Grade: REG - Supervisor/Analytical  

Business Unit: Technical Foam  

Hiring Manager: Elizabeth Hernandez

About Woodbridge

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology. 

Woodbridge Culture

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

 

 

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Woodbridge is a privately-owned company offering innovative material technologies for applications in automotive, commercial, recreational, packaging, healthcare and building products. In addition to manufacturing operations, the company also offers a full array of services including: chemical research and development, product and process engineering, tooling, technical support and accredited laboratory testing. Woodbridge operates more than 50 facilities across 10 countries—employing over 7,500 teammates and serving more than 600 customers worldwide.
 

 

 Role Purpose:

Performs a variety of human resource functions, including: conducting hiring processes, new teammate orientation, administering benefits, entering teammate information into the automated resource system, maintaining personnel files and investigating workplace  incidents/accidents.

 

Responsibilities:

• Performs new hire orientations which includes entering payroll data into ADP and logging new hire information into TeammateCENTRAL data base.
• Assist in providing effective training services for the facility through planning scheduling, monitoring etc. internal and external training programs.
• Maintain teammate personnel files, both manual and HRIS system files for hourly and salaried employees.
• Maintain effective employee relations by providing counsel to employees on HR matters.
• Updates the ADP and TeammateCENTRAL data base.
• Administer benefits program including medical, dental, pension, 401k, etc.
• Assist the HR Manager with other duties and projects as required.
• Participate in health & safety and quality audit process. 
• Performs month end reporting .
• Interviews hourly candidates for employment.
• This position is responsible for certain HS&E elements: Return to Work, Medical Assessment, etc.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree coupled with 5 years of HR experience.
• Professional Human Resources certification / accreditation preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of teammates of the organization.
• Ability to add, subt