Human Resources Generalist

Are you passionate about cultivating a workplace culture where every employee feels valued and supported? Do you thrive on connecting with people, providing guidance, and implementing strategies that foster both individual and organizational growth? Janicki Industries is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Generalist to join our team, someone who is not just an HR professional but a true champion of our company's most valuable asset: our people . Success in this position requires a proactive individual who comprehends the significance of building relationships in a fast-paced setting.   If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be at the forefront of shaping our company's success through effective HR practices, then we want to hear from you.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, Washington State.

The HR Generalist will have a strong background managing employee relations, benefit administration, and HRIS. The role requires keen analytical skills and an eye for detail. This role will partner with Managers and their teams to develop and execute the HR strategies and activities in support of the organization. This role must apply HR business knowledge to inform and drive the short and long-term talent management strategy and HR priorities for the organization. Must have the ability to diagnose problems as well as identify and drive appropriate solutions. Demonstrated experience in all facets of human resources from administrative paperwork and processes, managing programs and having skill to challenge and influence without direct reporting capability.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Human Resources Generalist:

• Understands the business and is closely aligned with the business leaders in providing HR partnership


• Conducts employee relations counseling, mediation and handles employee grievances in partnership with HR Leadership


• Strives for greater efficiency of human resources services through the recommendation of new approaches to established, policies, procedures and programs


• Leads by example and model’s behaviors that are consistent with the company's values – strong ethics and ability to pushback on leaders to do the right thing for the company and business


• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, consultative and exceptional customer service skills and the ability to problem solve


• Ability to effectively respond to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor and/or management


• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions


• Design, develop and implement a best-in-class talent management framework. This includes pre-screening of all applicants/resumes, checking applicant references and presenting offers to successful candidates


• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment


• Helps with New Hire Orientation to communicate company policies, laws and company regulations


• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions


• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars as they pertain to job position


• Updates employee information and helps with maintaining current employee data in HRIS system


• Helps with documentation of disciplinary actions, transfers and promotions, terminations, quits and relays information to other departments involved (i.e. payroll, production management, department manager, general manager, HR Manager)


• Responds to employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations and other complaints and refers them to the HR Manager to handle and investigate


• Fosters teamwork and collaborative environment within the HR Department

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen only with no citizenship of another country.


• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required


• Must have previous HR Generalist experience


• PHR or SPHR certification preferred


• Manufacturing environment experience preferred


• Must have strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask; must possess the ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedule and consistent interruptions


• Must have good leadership skills including the ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well; must be able to accept feedback from others.


• Position requires considerable knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration, effective oral and written communication skills in the English language as well as interpersonal skills, professional appearance and work ethic


• Must be a dependable worker-the individual must be at work and on time


• Be able to work under pressure and in stressful situations


• Prioritize and time management of projects or assignments that need to be worked on day to day


• Must be able to work independently as well as in a group


• Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex difficult, and emotional issues using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law


• Self-Starter and self-motivated

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $112,000 , plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

  Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

  Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at View phone number on jobs.jobcopilot.com.

  As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting.

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries.