Human Resources Generalist

Energy Panel Structures Inc•Graettinger, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Energy Panel Structures, Inc. (EPS), is a recognized leader as a manufacturer of pre-engineered buildings. Headquartered in Graettinger, IA with additional locations in Perryville, MO, Geneva, NY, and Urbandale, IA. EPS is 100% Employee-Owned and offers outstanding employee benefits including a 401K and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The Human Resource Generalist will perform the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including benefits, leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. Act as a resource for managers' and employees' day-to-day questions and issues. The focus of this job is on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. This position will work with other office personnel, as well as with others at our branch locations across the country.

Requirements

Three to five years of related Human Resources administration experience
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Outlook and Excel
Experience with HRIS and benefits databases; proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations’ HRIS, benefit, and talent management systems; MacArthur uses Paylocity
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
Strong organization skills and ability to work under pressure; including prioritizing
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
Strong understanding in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience with administering/coordinating H2B or H1B Visa Programs
Ability to travel, infrequently, to other states via plane or automobile

Nice To Haves

PHR or SHRM-CP a plus.
Fluent in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Administrator of recruiting system from start to end of an new hire’s onboarding experience
Administrator of the HRIS system including, but not limited to, maintaining employee files, drive programs, edit self-service portal
Develops, communicates and enforces company policies and procedures, including maintaining the handbook.
Collaborates with managers and supervisor during the performance evaluation, disciplinary action, and termination processes.
Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to benefits; leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development.
Serve as a primary contact to answer frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, and benefits; refer more complex questions to senior-level HR management.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people at all levels of the company and maintain current culture
Communicate policy/benefit/ESOP information to the workforce; provide interpretation as needed
Provide advice and counsel to managers on organizational matters including performance assessment, corrective actions, conflict-dispute resolution, and classification and retention, and organizational structure and staffing; refer more complex questions to senior-level HR management.
Establish and maintain recruiting networks i.e. Labor Agencies, University Career Fairs, Apprenticeship Programs, Temp Agencies
Implements and maintains new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
Onboard H2B Visa or H1B workers and work directly with the immigration attorney to file all the correct paperwork needed for the H2B or H1B Visa program.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation and enforcing adherence to requirements by advising management on needed actions.