Human Resource Generalist - Hartson Kennedy

Hartson-Kennedy Inc. is a manufacturer and fabricator of laminate countertops. We offer a rewarding opportunity for a Human Resource Generalist at our corporate offices and manufacturing facility located in Marion, IN.

The HR Generalist will be responsible for providing HR support and direction to the organization with a focus on recruitment, onboarding and orientation, employee relations and benefits administration and HR data management. Duties and activities include:

• Recruitment and Onboarding
• • Works with hiring managers to identify personnel needs, workforce planning strategies, and search assignments.
  • Leads sourcing, screening, interviewing activities as well as recommending prospective employees for employment at all levels within the Company.
  • Coordinates internal and external recruitment processes, including the identification of candidate sources, placement of advertisements, internal/external job postings, and scheduling of interviews.
  • I-9 and employment eligibility verifications, including audits.
  • Negotiates and prepares job offers for candidates.
  • Monitors activities and maintains accurate documentation on all candidates, searches, and other recruiting activities to ensure compliance with government regulations.
  • Monitors and evaluates KPIs such as time to fill, costs vs budget.

• Employee Relations
• • Counsels and coaches supervisors and managers as needed on areas such as employee engagement, communications, performance, disciplinary action, etc.
  • Plans and conducts new employee orientation.
  • Provides guidance and direction to employees at all levels of the company regarding Company policies and procedures and general employee issues.
  • Assists in developing and delivering human resources communications as needed.
  • Assists in the employee engagement survey process, ie. monitoring employee engagement levels and developing action plans.

• Benefits Administration
• • Responds to all employee and retiree benefit inquiries. Facilitates resolution of issues and problems.
  • Assists with the day-to-day administration of health, dental, wealth, life and ancillary benefit programs, activities and projects.

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3-5 years Human Resource Generalist experience with strong recruiting experience required.
• Paycom or UKG experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and communication abilities are required.
• Experience and knowledge of HCM/HRIS systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits.

To apply, please visit our Career Center at http://www.formica.com/en-us/careers.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Vets

Only qualified individuals (those who meet the fundamental qualifications) will be considered as applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted for a minimum of 3 business days from the date of the initial posting.

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