Summary Description:

This position will provide support to Distribution Center Managers with activities including recruiting, payroll/time keeping, benefits administration, performance management, compensation administration, employment, training, policy application, employee/labor relations and assisting with projects.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Participate in the employment/labor relation process: Counsel Associates, Managers and Supervisors on work-related matters.
• Employee Relations: Answer questions and resolve problems in order to achieve satisfied employees.
• Recruitment for open positions.
• Conduct onboarding process.
• Assists with new-hire orientation.
• Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employment status.
• Assist management with the interpretation of HR policies and with HR-related laws and regulations.
• Assist management with disciplinary actions.
• Assist management with the tracking of absenteeism, time off, time keeping records, etc.
• Assist management with safety related matters.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent experience. SHRM and/or HRCI certification preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in a distribution center or manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact and partner with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and procedures.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local regulations that affect company operations.
• Proficiency with MS Office, HRIS/Payroll systems (ADP WFN preferred) or similar HRIS and Recruiting platforms.
• Demonstrated self-directed work ethic is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Hearing and vision adequate for working in an office environment.
• Repetitive use of hands for writing and typing
• Occasional bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching, grasping
• Ability to lift up to fifteen pounds.

Scope of Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibility for other full time or part time employees