Human Resource Generalist

Overview

Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America.  Vitro’s glass products can be found in some of the most iconic vehicles on the road, in countless buildings and homes around the world, and in billions of glass containers produced every year.  With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have expanded our global footprint and cemented our leadership role in the industries in which we operate.  At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.  Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.

 

The HR Generalist is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources office and ensuring the effective implementation of services, policies, and programs.  Reports directly to the HR Manager on the following functional areas: Payroll (processing weekly), staffing (hourly), benefit administration, reporting and event planning.  Assists and advises managers and supervisors regarding HR issues with continual emphasis on organizational improvement and high-performance.

Responsibilities

• Staffing, including recruitment of hourly positions; onboarding, performance review process; leave administration and job posting process.
• Employee Relations including coordination of employee functions, meetings, celebrations, recognition and service awards, exit interviews.
• Health and welfare administration including benefits open enrollment.
• Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems to effect continual improvement in efficiency and services.
• Maintains Human Resource Information System records and files, including Kronos and Workforce Now.
• Provides administrative support to the plant.
• Hourly payroll processing
• Community relations and employee engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management or related degree
• Demonstrated working knowledge of FMLA, HIPAA, COBRA and DOL guidelines and familiarity with applicable federal and state laws and benefits administration is required
• Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred
• Payroll experience is preferred, especially with ADP.
• The successful candidate must maintain the highest level of integrity in the execution of his/her work, including handling matters requiring confidentiality.
• S/he must have demonstrated initiative, time management, project management, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) are needed.