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Saint-Gobain

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Kansas City

AI generated summary

  • You should possess strong HR knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle various HR functions effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • You will manage recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance, while supporting various HR initiatives and ensuring a positive workplace culture.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field.
  • At least 3 to 5 years’ experience of proven HR Generalist or similar HR Role (preferably in a union manufacturing environment).
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Planning and coordinating multiple priorities are essential elements of the job.
  • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Highly Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a union environment, understanding the grievance process and contract administration.
  • Certification in HR – SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.
  • Experience processing semi-monthly payroll for salaried employees and bi-weekly hourly Union employees
  • Decisions making based on company policies and procedures, employment law, past practice and sound business judgement.
  • Planning and coordinating multiple priorities are essential elements of the job.
  • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Meeting and interacting with all levels both internally and externally in order to deal with customer requirements fairly and constantly.

Responsibilities

  • The Human Resources Generalist role will serve as the first level HR contact for the Kansas City, KS plant and provides full cycle, comprehensive HR support for the administration and implementation of a wide range of HR programs at a multi-shift 24/7 manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to employee relations, benefits, recruiting, salaried payroll, HRIS and training.
  • Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Generalist will assist with HR programs and will play an important role with helping the site to achieve business goals and objectives, administer a wide range of human resource programs to achieve HR goals and align with the strategies for plant, The HR generalist role is critical in cultivating a culture of engagement, stakeholder focus and drives continuous improvement in the HR function.
  • Recruiting for hourly employees
  • On-boarding / Off-boarding
  • Employee and labor relations
  • Maintains HRIS, creates reports and provides analysis
  • Benefit Coordination for employees and retirees
  • Training
  • Employee engagement
  • Salary payroll and provides backup for union hourly payroll
  • Metrics review
  • General administrative support

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Human Resources Generalist at Saint-Gobain?

The Human Resources Generalist serves as the first level HR contact for the Kansas City, KS plant, providing full cycle HR support, including employee relations, benefits, recruiting, payroll, HRIS management, and training in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, along with 3 to 5 years of experience in a proven HR Generalist or similar HR role is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication and interpersonal skills are also essential.

Is experience in a union environment necessary for this role?

While not strictly necessary, experience in a union environment is highly preferred, particularly an understanding of the grievance process and contract administration.

What are the key responsibilities of the HR Generalist?

Key responsibilities include recruiting for hourly employees, managing on-boarding/off-boarding processes, handling employee and labor relations, maintaining the HRIS, coordinating benefits, facilitating training, and supporting employee engagement initiatives.

What types of employee benefits does Saint-Gobain offer?

Saint-Gobain offers excellent healthcare options, parental leave, paid time-off, a 401(k), a Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance options, employee recognition programs, and discounts through PerkSpot.

How does the HR Generalist contribute to business goals?

The HR Generalist plays a crucial role in aligning HR programs with business goals and objectives, cultivating a culture of engagement, and driving continuous improvement within the HR function to support the plant's overall success.

What type of work environment can I expect in this position?

The position is located at a 24/7 manufacturing facility, which means the HR Generalist will need to be adaptable and able to support multiple shifts while interacting with a diverse workforce.

What kind of training and development opportunities does Saint-Gobain provide?

Saint-Gobain offers tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities to support the professional growth of its employees throughout their careers.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the HR department?

Yes, Saint-Gobain values employee development and offers various career advancement paths within the HR department and across the organization.

What is the application process for this position?

Interested candidates can apply through the Saint-Gobain career website or job portal, where they will need to submit their resume and relevant information for consideration.

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Mission & Purpose

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions for the construction, mobility and industrial markets. Developed through a continuous innovation process, our integrated solutions provide sustainability and performance in daily life, addressing the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry. In this way, we contribute to reducing carbon emissions, leveraging resource efficiency and increasing circularity. Saint-Gobain believes in progress and seeks to be a game-changer that improves individual and collective health and wellness. We are convinced that the solutions that meet everyone’s essential needs and allow us to live better together, without jeopardizing future generations, are still to be invented. Our commitment to reach this ambitious objective is guided by our shared purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”. €47.9 billion in sales in 2023 160,000 employees, located in 76 countries Committed to achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2050