Human Resources Generalist

The Onsite HR Generalist provides support for day-to-day operations as it relates to human resources; which includes employee relations, recruiting & on-boarding, benefit & leave administration, payroll in accordance with company policy. A successful HR Generalist will build sustainable relationships with the employees, site leadership, and corporate office. The incumbent will provide guidance around application of policies, applicable laws and general best practices.

• Provide counseling and/or coaching to employees and management regarding employee relation matters and application of company policies, programs and benefits.
• Recommends and administers OFI or corrective action plans; ensures forms are completed per policy and in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Administer applicable company and/or site policies, programs and benefits and act as a liaison with corporate to facilitate change management; conducts training as necessary.
• Acts as a liaison for employee programs and benefits (e.g. health, 401(k), performance management, incentives, etc.). May coordinate and/or facilitate benefit meetings during open enrollment.
• Ensures new hire and termination paperwork is processed and employee data is current and accurate within our system of record (e.g. Ulti Pro) and maintains proper employee files in accordance with policy and law.
• Participates in the maintenance, development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Performs recruiting duties for all non-exempt (fulltime or temporary) and liaisons with established temporary agencies as necessary; including creation of job advertisement, interviewing and selection.
• Completes the on-boarding functions for new employees including system on-boarding (Ulti Pro), new employee orientation and necessary coordination of new employee training.
• May perform routine reporting functions as needed to support the business.
• May function as an advocate for other company programs and/or initiatives based on the site supported.
• Travel to Deforest, WI on a regular cadence to support a much smaller facility.

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in Human Resources with progressive duties around employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compensation and/or training required.
• Prior experience in the warehousing, third party logistic and/or distribution centers preferred.
• Experience in a leadership role and/or managing others desired.
• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.
• Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers.
• Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
• Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy.

• This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less .
• A passport is not required, but recommended.

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• The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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