HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Schaedler Yesco Distribution Team!

Why You’ll Love Schaedler Yesco Distribution:

At Schaedler Yesco Distribution, we’ve been illuminating the electrical industry since 1924! As a family- and employee-owned company, we take pride in providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. With 29 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, we provide comprehensive solutions in lighting, datacomm, automation, and industrial services.

What Sets Us Apart are our Core Values:

• Commitment to Integrity

• Teamwork

• Accountability

• Profitability

Where we work hard and go home happy!

Electrifying Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Choose from 2 PPO options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX—coverage kicks in just 60 days after the 1st of the month!

• 401K with company match.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Become a stakeholder in our success!

• Quarterly bonuses.

• Company-paid disability and life insurance.

• Generous paid holidays and paid time off accruing 12 days of PTO during your 1st year.

• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Location: Mechanicsburg, PA | Hybrid
Job Type: Full-Time

Office Hours: Monday- Friday 8 AM- 5 PM

Summary/ Objective:

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function by administering employee programs, benefits, leave management, compliance activities, HR systems, employee relations, and other human resources initiatives. This position serves as a key resource for employees and managers by providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employment practices while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. The Human Resources Generalist promotes a positive employee experience by delivering responsive HR support and partnering with leadership to support organizational objectives.

Essential Functions:

Human Resources Administration

• Independently administer Human Resources programs and processes.
• Maintain employee records and data within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Process employment verifications and ensure appropriate employee authorization is obtained.
• Prepare and maintain employment-related documentation and reports.
• Coordinate onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR programs, policies, and procedures.

Payroll and Timekeeping

• Review and audit time and attendance records.
• Support payroll preparation and bi-weekly payroll processing activities.
• Assist in maintaining payroll-related records and documentation.
• Coordinate with Payroll regarding employee status changes and benefit deductions.

Employee Relations and Performance Management

• Partner with and coach managers regarding employee relations, performance management, attendance concerns, corrective actions, and Human Resources best practices.
• Conduct investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace issues, and prepare recommendations for resolution.
• Exercise independent judgment in resolving employee relations and personnel matters and make recommendations regarding personnel actions.
• Support conflict resolution and workplace issue management.
• Coordinate performance review administration and related communications.
• Promote positive employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives.
• Mentor or provide guidance to Human Resources Generalist I employees, as needed.

Compliance and Reporting

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and serve as a subject matter expert for HR compliance and policy interpretation.
• Support annual EEO-1 and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Lead Human Resources audits, projects, process improvements, and training initiatives.
• Identify organizational risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain and communicate Human Resources policies, procedures, and handbook updates.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc Human Resources reports and metrics.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide support for workers' compensation administration.
• Support employee wellness, recognition, and engagement programs.

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HRIS platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Work Environment:

• This job operates primarily in an office setting with the balance of the time split between visiting remote branches/warehouses, and attending meetings. This position requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, internet, smart phones, and photocopiers.

Mental Demands:

• Able to gather information, use logic to analyze information and adapt well in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability
• Willingness to give and receive constructive criticism
• Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlines

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Travel:

• Some overnight travel is required and the employee can reasonably expect on average 15% overnight travel to meet the demands of the position. Should travel be required a valid driver's license is required for this position.

Clearances and Certifications:

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required.
• SHRM CP, PHR preferred

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree and three to five years of HR experience preferred; or
• A master’s degree in HR Management and two years of HR experience preferred; or
• Five years of HR experience and a PHR/SHRM certification preferred.

Other Duties:

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.