HR Generalist

$55,000 - $60,000/Yr

Novarc Technologies - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

About the position

Join us on the journey to help build the world using applied robotics and AI! Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company helping to build the world using applied robotics and AI. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas by the Financial Times for two consecutive years, we are at the epicenter of innovation and global expansion. Join our dynamic team as we extend our reach across four continents, blending pioneering welding technology with a profound global impact. It's a captivating time to be part of our journey - here, you'll do more than just work; you'll be an integral part of a movement shaping the tech-driven future. Novarc Technologies is looking for an HR Generalist with a strong benefits admin background to join our growing team. The HR Generalist is an integral part of the Novarc team who reports to the Vice President of Human Resources. We are looking for a well-versed professional who can streamline and support the HR team on a wide range of tasks such as benefit administration for our US and Canadian offices (4 offices), safety compliance, policy development, training, employee relations, relocations and visa support, DEI initiatives, employee training and education, recruiting, and other HR programs and initiatives. Additionally, the HR Generalist will provide resolutions and consulting in the above areas to ensure profitable business operations, and will support our Houston office with office admin and social activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Enroll new employees in the appropriate benefits programs and educate employees on benefit plans during onboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records, benefit coverage, and other relevant information.
• Provide a smooth onboarding experience for all new employees (remote & onsite), including orientation and HR systems training.
• Assist managers with creating 30-60-90 day plans, and scheduling new employee training and check-ins.
• Ensure a smooth offboarding process including communicating with IT, and offboarding employees from benefits platforms and payroll; conducting exit interviews and providing data and recommendations to the management HR team.
• Facilitate & participate in employee engagement activities, including team building exercises, corporate social responsibility, employee recognition, and company events.
• Contribute to positive employee relations by actively listening and appropriately responding to employee issues, concerns, and feedback in a timely manner.
• Conduct workplace investigations, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with applicable legislation.
• Assist with policy creation and clearly communicate and consistently administer HR policies & practices.
• Assist managers in assigned region with annual org planning, performance management, and health & safety issues.
• Act as the local point of contact for incidents/accidents/injuries and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Act as the first point of contact for landlord and building manager for the Houston office.
• Ensure the office is fully stocked with supplies (kitchen, office, cleaning).
• Organize and execute special events for the Houston office: team building events, annual holiday party, government and client visits.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Benefit Administrator.
• US benefit admin experience is a requirement; Canadian experience is an asset.
• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and interpersonal are required; comfortable training and presenting material to all levels of the organization.
• Positive disposition and outgoing personality.
• Ability to compartmentalize information and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Self-directed and possesses a high level of productivity and personal organization while dealing with frequent interruptions.
• Plans and organizes tasks & work responsibilities to achieve goals and objectives while remaining calm & professional under pressure.
• Strong computer literacy; experience with Google Suite and ADP is a strong asset.

Benefits

• Paid time off