HR Specialist

On-site work (No WFH position)

Ultium Cells Overview:

Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that will have the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment will be among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells will produce battery cells for General Motors’ North American electric vehicle applications.

Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Position Description:

The HR Specialist will consistently enforce, establish, revise and instill practices that ensure assigned teams hire, develop & retain the right people while fostering a working environment that promotes productivity & morale.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coach/counsel employees, supervisors and team level leadership on employee relations and performance related topics. Conduct investigations as needed.

• Monitor team level headcount gaps & partner with assigned leadership and HR leadership to determine solutions.

• Performance Management - Facilitate and advise the following at the team level: corrective actions, separations, investigations, hourly and salary evaluations, and goal setting cadence. Partner with leaders to address poor performers.

• Conduct Retention Checks (new hires and established members). Track & report results. Identify trends and gaps and implement solutions with minimal support.

• Manage to polices & procedures. Identify and implement policy revisions and additions to drive positive culture change at the team (and corporate) levels.

• Actively participate in bi-monthly Strategic Talent Review meetings.

• Analyze turnover and team-level trends. Partner with team leadership to identify and implement actions that drive improvements.

• Guide team leadership in organizational structure decisions and changes.

• Encourage Rewards & Recognition participation to TLs, PLs, and Supervisors.

• Facilitate team level engagement events and activities.

• Maintain a frequent presence on production floor / department. Know team members by name.

• Actively participate in monthly meetings for assigned areas.

• Attend production/staff, and pre-shift meetings as needed.

• Determine Supervisor meeting topics. Facilitate and train on a rotation.

• Actively participate & lead topics in HR meetings.

• Identify opportunities for stay interviews and focus groups; schedule and facilitate discussion with appropriate participants.

• Field policy, benefits, leave, pay, etc, questions for team members and team level leadership. Identify trends.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday - 8 Hour Shift (The hours will vary based on business needs)

• Training Schedule –Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm for up to 3 months

Qualifications:

• HR related degree, certification(s), or commensurate experience. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree.

• 0-3 years of established HR Business Partner or well-rounded Generalist experience in a manufacturing company

• Experience supporting the business at the individual contributor and leadership levels.

• Professional HR certification(s) preferred but not required.

• Exceptional listening and communication skills. Ability and interest in understanding intent prior to responding or advising actions.

Total Rewards Information:

We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

• 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision

• Generous paid holidays

• Tuition Assistance for continuing education

• Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles

• Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

Ultium Cells LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required.

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