HR Generalist

Role description:The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is the primary support to the Plant Human Resources Manager and the plant leadership team. This roleis responsible forthe administrative support of day-to-day HR operations.Responsibilities:Process weekly union hourly payroll for 250 to 350 employees and assist with salaried payroll adjustmentsAdminister and manage accruals and absenteeism in the timekeeping systemParticipate in the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relation problems, anticipate problems, and recommend and initiate steps for corrective actionEffectively administer programs per company policies and procedures including but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action compliance, and OSHAMonitor proper adherence to policies and procedures, guidelines, and documentation on all disciplinary action issues, promotions, transfers, and terminationsAssist in identifying and resolving HR issuesAssist with human resource activities to ensure legal compliance, fairness, and consistencyAdminister and maintain employee benefits program, HRIS transactions, approval forms, and employee file databaseProvide administrative support for the plant leadership team which requires handling confidential dataAdminister, track, andanswerquestions on sick leaves, vacations, and other benefits for employeesPlan and implement employee events such as service awards, salaried meetings, customer visits, and the annual plant activitiesParticipate, as needed, on various committeesMaintain a good working relationship with the employees, the union, and the salaried workforceComply with environmental and food safety standards as outlined in plant policies or programs within the departmentMinimum skills / qualifications: High school diploma or equivalentTwo (2) years of HR experiencePrevious experience in FMLA, benefits administration, and payroll processingAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and have experience dealing with confidential mattersProficient organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to travel up to 5%Preferred skills / qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldPHR or SPHR professional certificationFive (5) years of HR experiencePrevious experience in a union environmentBenefits Offered:Medical, prescription, dental and vision plansFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid holidays and vacationShort- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Apprenticeship programsProfessional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource GroupsPlease note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.About Ardagh GroupArdagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.Today, we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy ( ) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.