HR Generalist

This position supports the human resources responsibilities and activities of the division. In this position, you will undertake and facilitate various HR functions including recruitment processes, performance management, policy application, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and training and development. This position provides functional human resources support to Area Human Resources Managers and Human Resources Vice Presidents and serves as an employee advocate and business partner responsible for supporting the implementation and execution of programs to drive the Division Strategies and Company Initiatives. 
This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, among other benefits. For more information about our benefits, visit http://www.myswbenefits.com/.

• Promote and maintain positive employee relations in a safe and productive work environment
• Implement policies and procedures and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal law
• Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes
• Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise
• Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applying policies and benefits and organizing team building activities
• Support performance management and corrective action programs 
• Assist with maintaining Affirmative Action Plans and conducting good faith efforts
• Lead and support employee engagement initiatives and events
• Support learning and development initiatives and identify learning opportunities for employees
• Support annual open enrollment process 
• Maintain accurate employee data and records within HRIS, ATS, timekeeping system, and document repositories
• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics
• Implement policies and procedures and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal law

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher or at least four (4) years of work experience in human resources
• Must have at least one (1) year of work experience in Human Resources, or have completed a Sherwin-Williams development program in Human Resources
• Must be willing to travel as required for this position
• If internal to Sherwin-Williams, you must have received at least a “meets expectations” (3) rating on your most recent performance appraisal
• If internal to Sherwin-Williams, you must have completed all HR Cloud eLearning courses required for your current position 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Organizational/Industrial Psychology, or Business Management
• Have a Professional in Human Resources ("PHR"), Senior Professional in Human Resources ("SPHR"), SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
• Have prior work experience providing HR support to multiple facilities or locations
• Have prior work experience ensuring compliance with laws and regulations 
• Have prior work experience using an HRIS and/or ATS 
• Have prior work experience maintaining an Affirmative Action Plan
• Have prior work experience maintaining and analyzing data
• Have prior work experience using timekeeping systems
• Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show! 
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to