HR Generalist

Rjw Logistics - Mesquite, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Mesquite, TX

Truck Transportation

About the position

The HR Generalist position at RJW Logistics provides essential administrative support to the Human Resources Director across various HR functions, including benefits administration, employee relations, staffing, and payroll management. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment and ensuring that HR processes run smoothly and efficiently. The HR Generalist will engage with both hourly employees and management, facilitating effective communication and addressing employee concerns as they arise. In this role, the HR Generalist will coordinate the recruitment process for hourly positions, which includes organizing job fairs, open houses, and job postings in collaboration with the HR Recruiter. They will also be responsible for scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and ensuring that all new hire paperwork is completed accurately and promptly. The HR Generalist will maintain employee records, manage benefits enrollment, and resolve any payroll or benefits-related issues that may arise. Additionally, the HR Generalist will compile and prepare reports based on personnel records, track attendance, and recommend disciplinary actions when necessary. They will also manage temporary staffing orders and serve as the primary contact for employment agencies, ensuring timely reconciliation of invoices. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The HR Generalist will also participate in special projects as assigned by the Human Resources Director and act as a backup in their absence.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain positive working relationships with internal customers, including hourly employees and management.
• Participate in investigations and troubleshoot basic employee issues.
• Coordinate the recruiting process for hourly vacancies, including job fairs and job postings, with the HR Recruiter.
• Schedule interviews and assist in selecting candidates for various warehouse hourly positions.
• Conduct background checks and schedule pre-employment screenings, reviewing results and recommending appropriate actions.
• Conduct and coordinate new hire orientations, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and timely.
• Record employee information such as personal data, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, and performance reviews.
• Enroll, make changes to, and terminate employees' coverage in various benefits through timely maintenance of carrier websites.
• Research and resolve employee benefits and payroll issues as needed.
• Examine and update employee files to document personnel actions and provide information for payroll and other authorized persons.
• Compile data from personnel records and prepare reports.
• Compute wages and record data for payroll processing.
• Compile and maintain records for employee benefits administration.
• Manage temporary staffing orders and act as the primary contact for employment agencies.
• Reconcile temporary agency invoices in a timely manner and resolve issues as necessary.
• Track attendance and recommend discipline as necessary.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Human Resources Director.
• Attend meetings as required and act as primary backup in the absence of the Human Resources Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in payroll and/or employee benefits preferred.
• Previous experience navigating and entering data in ADP/Payroll system.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Intermediate computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must practice discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish is preferred but not required.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential.
• Leadership experience of at least 1 year.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan