Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Regional Human Resources Manager

Location: On-Site - Newark, CA

Travel: Negligible

FLSA: Salary, Exempt

About Vitesse: How we communicate, capture, and share information has not changed significantly in our lifetime—it has changed significantly in the last decade, even in the last year. From a vacationer checking email as they fly across the world to a U.S. military service member sharing critical observations across the battlefield, the ability to capture and transfer data over different platforms is an important part both of our everyday lives and the security of our country. Whether on a geostationary satellite, a naval vessel, or a military jet, the mission-critical solutions that we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Through extensive technical expertise, Vitesse Systems optimizes the functionality of antenna and thermal management systems for the advancement of next-generation Radar, Electronic Warfare, and C4I (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence) systems.

Vitesse Systems prides itself on the solutions we provide to our customers, as well as the incredible team of dedicated people we employ.

SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist will run lead and support the full spectrum of Human Resources functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, compliance, team member relations, benefits administration, safety, and culture blueprinting. As a trusted advisor and critical liaison, this role will serve as an accessible presence and HR point-of-contact for team members. This role will serve as a connection point for people and business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Talent Acquisition, and Onboarding

• Own the full-cycle talent acquisition process, running each requisition as a front-to-back project, including, but not limited to:
  • Requisition planning and strategizing
  • Job posting, sourcing, screening, and interviewing
  • Offer administration and negotiation
  • Pre-employment verification and administration
  • Execute to and continuously improve new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Partner with key stakeholders to understand the knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies, and culture alignment required for each opening and translate into actionable strategy.
• Execute to and continuously improve new hire onboarding and orientation programs.

HR Operations and Compliance

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments, including but not limited to: safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the Regional Human Resources Manager.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations when necessary.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Culture, Morale, and Team Member Experience

• Champion a culture and programs that create a culture where each individual feels seen, valued, and connected to their team and mission.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute on Team Member recognition programs, events, appreciation meals, and morale-building activities.
• Partner with leadership on employee engagement strategies and support translating feedback into actionable programs, actions, etc.

Safety and Workplace Environment:

• Administer Workers' Compensation claims, maintain OSHA logs, and ensure Affirmative Action/EEO regulatory compliance.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and pleasant work environment
• Provide auxiliary support in maintaining PPE and consumable office supplies as needed
• Uphold the company core values
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is a lead but no direct supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successful accomplishment of duties and responsibilities may require the following:

• Excellent attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ manufacturing or related experience
• Excellent empathy, active listening, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and competing demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be constantly required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Computer skills are sufficient to log in and out of ERP and Payroll time tracking software.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Actively supports and complies with Vitesse Systems objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement, transparency, and collaboration.
• Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager.
• Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime. Must be able to work overtime in the evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); a minimum of 2 years’ years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to speak and understand basic safety and manufacturing instructions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract up to four place decimals. Ability to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Authorization to work in the United States. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, you should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, walk, and hear. The Team Member frequently is required to use hands and fingers; handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The Team Member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the Team Member is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The Team Member may be exposed to a hot and/or cold work environment, chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, loud noises, risk of electrical shock and vibration and/or other occupational hazards; personal protective equipment may be required.

NOTE: This job description identifies the general nature and scope of work to be performed. Vitesse Systems, LLC. reserves the right to revise all or any part of this job description and to add or eliminate essential job functions at any time. Designation of any job duty as an essential function is not intended as an assurance or guarantee that a team member has any right to perform the particular job duty, except as required by Vitesse Systems, LLC. This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the position and/or the Company.

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:

• Is not a United States citizen
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)
• Has dual U.S. / foreign citizenship