Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources SupportWe're Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?A Brief Summary of This Position:This individual contributor position is accountable for Human Resources support at Steele, AL location. This position will coordinate and provide comprehensive Human Resources support for assigned clients and must build and develop effective relationships with the leaders, managers and employees to influence and execute HR processes and initiatives. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas, including, but not limited to: employee relations, training, performance management, compensation and benefits, new hire onboarding, off-boarding, policy implementation, organizational change and employment law compliance. As a member of the HR Team, this role serves on the HR front lines in support of the business. This position is actively involved with assisting and supporting the management team to build organizational bench strength and demonstrate best practices in Human Resources.Essential Functions:This position reports into the People Business Partner and has no direct or indirect reportsProvide full range of Human Resources advice, support, consultation and guidance, including application of HR policies and processes, to assigned departments and employeesDemonstrate a commitment to customer service by ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries and requests from employeesMaintain ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulationsNavigate and assist in the resolution of employee issues; leading employee relations initiatives and investigations to ensure a positive and fair work environmentSupport change management related to the implementation of organizational solutionsDevelop and maintain an understanding of the business through exposure to departmental activitiesCollaborate with department leaders to execute HR processes and associated activitiesImplement and manage various HR and campus-wide initiatives, including, but not limited to safety events, annual performance review process, benefits open enrollment, new programs/policies, and training initiativesProvide information and tools to support effective delivery of HR services and processes, including HR related systemsBuilds credibility within assigned departments by demonstrating an understanding of the business strategy and challenges, aligning the departments' short-term and long-term people goals with the business strategy, and facilitating and implementing initiatives to assist the business in achieving successChampion change and effectively guide management and associates through organizational changeAccurate data entry into HRIS system and related HR technologiesSeeks learning and development opportunities to improve professional competencies and stays current on HR practices through benchmarking, networking, and exposure to business related research/publicationsOrganize and lead New Employee OnboardingAttend and support company events such as retirement partiesCreate and maintain job descriptionsOther Important Details about the Role:Gather and analyze feedback from client groups and partner with HR Manager in developing and implementing solutionsRecommends, develops and implements programs to promote employee performance, engagement, satisfaction and retentionAnalyzes employee relations issues and investigates employee complaints, including complex matters, consults with legal and senior leadership as appropriate and makes sound, timely recommendations for management action and follow-through to ensure closureSupports managers and associates during the performance management process which includes defining goals, identifying key job responsibilities, creating development plans, assessing performance and evaluating compensationParticipates on project teams (e.g. administration of engagement surveys, implementation and enhancements of new technologies, analyzing candidate assessment tools for implementation, utilization, and effectiveness, administering and analyzing exit interview results)Development and maintenance of HR related metrics and reports from those systems and performing the analysis on results including creating professional presentations with data from various systems and reports.Participate in projects across the HR function and/or the business unit. Identify business unit needs and creatively work with HR COEs to determine solutions. Act as an extension of the HR COEs for communication, adoption and execution of COE processes or initiatives.Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):Preferred Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 1+ years human resources experience in a generalist capacity; or Associates degree and 3+ years relevant experience; or 5+ years relevant experienceKnowledge and ability to act on Compliance and Regulatory issuesExperience working with a major, non-proprietary HRIS systemThe ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the timeThe ability to work in a production/manufacturing environmentThe ability to occasionally work outside of normal business hours to support operational needsSelf-starter and able to work professionally and independentlyStrong customer service orientation, communication and presentation skillsAttention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlinesAbility to exercise independent judgment, discretion, initiative and maintain confidentialityExperience with employee relations dispute resolution, and litigation avoidanceA strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power PointHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:PHR certification, or SHRM-CP certificationExperience using Workday and EmpCenter® Suite (Enterprise Workforce Management) software applicationsA high awareness for labor compliance, amendments, regulations, including Affirmative Action Planning as well as court decisions related to employment lawsKnowledge of group benefit plans and how open enrollment for benefits is carried out and regulatedExperience working with timekeeping and compensation plans for both exempt and non-exempt employeesWorking Environment and Physical Efforts:Work is typically performed in an office setting; however, incumbent may be required to go into the production or shipping/receiving areas. While visiting the manufacturing areas of the plant, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. No travel requirements for this position. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.BenefitsValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)401k retirement plan with company matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the