Human Resources, Administrative Generalist

Description

 

DEFINITION The Human Resources Administrative Generalist is responsible for performing various administrative and professional work supporting the human resources, payroll, sales, and customer service programs of Weatherly Casting & Machine Co. LLC. The incumbent independently prepares, conducts, and takes definitive action regarding processes and functions integral to the various department's missions. Work includes human resources, payroll, safety, sales, and customer service duties. SUPERVISION RECEIVED This position reports directly to the Human Resources Manager at the Ashland, PA, location. SUPERVISION EXERCISED This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

Requirements

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONNOTE:  An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor-level responsibilities performed on the job may not be listed. The expectation is that the following job functions will be completed on the following scheduled but not limited to:  

• HR Functions – Daily
• Payroll – Union and Non-Union Hourly – Weekly
• Payroll – Salary Non-Union – Bi-Monthly
• Order Entry – Daily
• Customer Svc/Follow-ups – As assigned by Linda
• Shipping Support (posting Shipments) – Daily
• Attendance Status updates - Daily

· Answers routine questions from employees, retirees, and the public or directs appropriate staff when necessary.

· Regularly interacts with organizational leadership, employees, vendors, and affected individuals both within and outside the organization to assist with completing general informational requests or directions to appropriate staff to provide the highest-level customer service. 

· Assists with Collective Bargaining Agreement administration and receives and routes grievances correctly.

· Excellent communication and people skills with the ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately, and maintain mutual comfort while relating to a diverse workforce.

· Data is entered into the HR Information System to accurately reflect changes to employee records.

· Participate in Safety Committee and Labor Management meetings to assist, serve as secretary to the Committee, and assist with safety-related training, as necessary.

· Assist in scheduling and participation in interviews, as well as coordination of orientation and training for employees across the organization. 

· Maintain the filing of personnel records and other pertinent departmental records.

· Assist with human resource projects, as necessary. 

· Enter benefits enrollments, update information, and provide information to employees related to benefits. 

· Payroll for hourly union and non-union employees and salaried employees. 

· Strong ability to perform well and be unfailingly diplomatic in a high-pressure and complex environment.

· Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to envision and deliver innovative solutions.

· High energy level, ability to multitask, establish priorities, and work independently.

· Ability to establish credibility and be decisive.

· Other job duties, as necessary. Performs related work as required.

*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor-level responsibilities performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the several types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations and the ability to learn specific rules and regulations governing human resources.
• Knowledge of computers and computer software, with the ability to apply this aptitude in word processing, Excel spreadsheet development, and Word document merges.
• Thorough knowledge of proper records management, retention of records, and cataloging of files.
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information. 
• Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports, conduct assignments, and administer existing and proposed programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and proficiently in writing with various employees, managers, labor unions, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and managers, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to manage stressful