Secure Transportation Company - Cerritos, CA
posted 3 months ago
The People First Generalist (HR Generalist) at Secure Transportation Company Inc. is a pivotal role responsible for managing human resources across a multi-state operation. This position requires a strong commitment to the company's core values and culture, ensuring effective communication and adherence to policies and procedures, as well as compliance with state and federal labor laws. The Generalist will report directly to the Manager of People First and collaborate with other members of the People First team to implement people and business initiatives consistently throughout the organization. In this role, the Generalist will be assigned to specific internal client groups and projects, managing all aspects of human resources activities. Key responsibilities include overseeing the hiring process, acting as a subject matter expert (SME) in onboarding new hires and consultants, and managing the performance management process, which involves coaching, conducting annual evaluations, and handling progressive discipline. The Generalist will also provide support and consultation to supervisors and managers on employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with HR policies and state and federal labor laws. The role requires proactive engagement in creating and streamlining processes to enhance departmental efficiency, as well as managing employee benefits, including medical, 401K, and voluntary plans. The Generalist will also oversee leaves of absence, including FMLA and ADAA, and assist with employee engagement events. Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines are essential, along with effective communication and teamwork. The Generalist will become a subject matter expert in HRIS, ATS, and other software used at Secure, and will proactively identify needs for employee learning and development. Additionally, the Generalist will assist with recruiting for upper management positions and provide timely responses to employee requests.