HR Generalist

Job Purpose

The individual in this role is responsible for performing a multitude of tasks and responsibilities relative to Human Resources. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment for hourly skilled and unskilled positions
o    Conduct interviews & make offers
o   Communicate with direct hire recruiter when needed for candidates
•    Manage all temporary worker assignments through ACRO & Timecards
o    Communicate the termination of temporary staff 
o    Facilitate all temp conversions to Dana direct hires
•    Conduct onboarding and orientation for all new hires
o    Ensure background checks and drug tests are completed 
o    Assist employees with all new hire paperwork, setting up direct deposit, etc.
o    Enter all new hire data into all Dana systems & ensure all changes in EC database replicate correctly
o    Create employee badges and set up badge security
o    Coordinate and schedule all presenters
o    Oversee new hire follow-up and 30/60/85-day performance appraisals
•    Update and maintain the hourly manning for the plant on a daily basis
•    Conduct terminations
•    Create and maintain personnel files 
•    Manage all shift bumps
•    Prepare & post attendance points
•    Customer service to employees for issues 
•    Maintain favorable & effective relations with the union representatives
•    Gather documentation & assist with responses to grievances, charges or other complaints
•    Conduct investigations as needed
•    Maintain hourly medical and training records.
•    Calculate & prepare monthly metrics 
•    Track & report daily headcount numbers and absenteeism
•    Lead the Easy Training Tracker for hourly stage training
•    Review/approve weekly indemnity payments, as well as other invoices for fees and services.
•    Participate in employee morale events
•    Assist the HR Manager with any other assignments or projects
•    Work as a team with the entire HR department and help as needed

Education Required/Preferred:

•    Equivalent to appropriate four-year college degree program.
•    Minimum of two to four years of professional level Human Resources experience in two or more of the areas outlined. 
•    PHR or SPHR Certifications preferred; willingness to take classes and testing in one or more of these areas required.

Competencies:
•    Prior experience in a position requiring a high degree of confidentiality.
•    Prior experience with a union environment preferred.
•    Strong verbal and written communication and counseling skills.
•    Good organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
•    Effective time management skills.
•    Demonstrated problem-solving experience.
•    Ability to motivate and lead others by example.
•    Maintain a positive attitude and keep a level head in stressful situations.
•    Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain accurate records.
•    Computer proficiency including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•    Ability to work in a team environment within the department and company.