Essential Duties:

• Responsible for weekly and semimonthly payroll including confirmation, verification of codes, work spans and overtime payments
• Administration and submittal of annual GWI, bonus payments, vacation payout and other matters related to payroll processing
• Submission of Union dues, pension plan report, various invoices
• Run and submit reports and analyze data to communicate trends and root causes 
• Respond to day-to-day employee inquiries and requests 
• Generate HR analytical reports and metrics using HRIS system
• Maintain HR database for employee lifecycle including hiring system, onboarding, and organizational changes.
• Maintain accurate employee information in HRIS system  
• Support in various administrative responsibilities including the areas of on-boarding, orientation, benefits, transfer, exit, and assignment changes.
• Coordinate and comply with annual audits of benefit plans.
• Administers human resources policies, procedures, and programs, including FMLA, disability, tuition reimbursement, work conduct, reimbursement to employees, etc
• Assists with recruitment effort for exempt, non-exempt personnel and temporary employees; conducts new-employee orientations.
• Assist with facility’s non-exempt attendance records.  Prepares/issues/tracks corrective action for attendance violations.
• Assist with workplace investigations as needed. 
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Assists with the implementation, auditing, and training of benefit programs
• FMLA & disability administration including wage calculations
• Serve as brand ambassador at various events, like career fairs or on-campus recruiting events
• Will be required to perform other HR duties as requested, directed or assigned. 

Knowledge & Skills:

• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality, accuracy and attention to detail 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload with a positive “can do” attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Knowledge of ADP, SAP, similar HRIS System, (1-3 years of experience) 
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
• Previous Manufacturing experience within a union environment is a plus
• Extensive comprehension with word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs with emphasis on Microsoft office tools
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to properly handle confidential information
• Bilingual English/Spanish verbal and written language skills are a plus 

Education and Experience:

• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education or experience equivalent. 
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.
• Understanding of HR law including FMLA, AADA, HIPPA, EEOC, ADEA, NLRA, ERISA, OSHA, and FLSA.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills – written and oral.
• Strong team building and people skills including the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.