HR Generalist/Payroll Specialist

Position Summary:

Under general direction, the Human Resources Generalist implements various human resources programs, policies, and procedures for the manufacturing operations in compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines as well as federal and state regulations. The HR Generalist leads and implements initiatives to attract, recruit, motivate and retain employees, to include fostering employee engagement that supports achievement of company strategic goals. The HR Generalist will consistently serve as an advocate for professional and positive relations for all employees.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Ensure employee programs and procedures comply with Alamo Group, local, state, and federal requirements.

• Serve as a human resources business partner to the HR Manager to ensure consistent and appropriate application of company policies and procedures.

• Advise on performance management, coaching, conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and terminations to include strategies and tactics to promote productive employee relations.

• Perform job analysis to include writing and updating job descriptions, participating in local salary surveys, setting, and administering local pay plans.

• Source and recruit candidates for vacant positions; manage selection process to include screening and interviewing applicants, coordinate interviews for hiring supervisors/managers as necessary, and ensure appropriate steps and processes are in compliance with the company's affirmative action plan and OFCCP regulations.

• Generate job offer letters, initiate pre-employment background checks, and drug screens, and process all employment-related paperwork for new hires timely. Demonstrates strong sense of urgency in bringing on new hires quickly.

• Enter employee changes (salary increases, garnishments, insurance deductions, address changes, transfers, terminations, etc.) into HR/Payroll/Time & Attendance ADP system.

• Coordinate workers compensation and leave of absence policies, including but not limited to STD, LTD, Military, FMLA, etc

• May be required to assist and or coordinate safety/environmental program responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ( KSA's ):

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.

• Knowledgeable in payroll and HRIS systems required; experience with ADP system preferred.

• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and agency rules pertaining to employee and labor relations, workers compensation, OSHA, FMLA, AAP, OFCCP, U.S. immigration regulations, and other human resources programs.

• Knowledge of U.S. labor laws associated with the NLRB and EEOC, with demonstrated ability to support a non-organized manufacturing work environment through positive employee relations practices.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with diverse work groups at all levels of the organization.

• Able to plan, organize, and prioritize work while demonstrating flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities.

• Working knowledge in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work extended hours as needed to complete assignments.

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Core Competencies :

• Leading Change/Change Management - Balance change and continually strive to improve business performance

• Leading People/Teamwork - Design and implement strategies that maximize employee's potential and foster high ethical standards

• Communication - Explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiate with individuals and groups

• Business Acumen - Understand and interprets business metrics and utilizes latest business strategies to focus on outcomes and create opportunities for success

• Results Driven/Process - Make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and implementation of processes, systems, and programs, stressing accountability and continuous improvement

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management or a related field, or equivalent experience required

• 5 or more years of Human Resources experience at the Exempt level required.

• 5 or more years' experience in a Manufacturing operation is preferred.

• SHRM-CP or PHR certification desired.

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).