Legrand Av - Fairfield, NJ
posted about 2 months ago
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the team at Legrand! The Human Resources Generalist position is responsible for carrying out a variety of Human Resources initiatives and functions. This includes, but is not limited to, employee relations, health and safety, recruitment and staffing, performance management, training, policy and procedure development, recordkeeping and compliance, and HRIS workflow administration. The HR Generalist will serve as a positive advocate for the Company's Human Resources team and related programs, policies, and procedures, while also initiating ideas for improvements. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service by assisting internal and external customers, employees, managers, vendors, and business partners with general HR-related questions and comments. You will build and maintain effective relationships with employees and managers at all levels of the organization to assist in gaining awareness of employee or business needs. Additionally, you will act as a liaison between manufacturing facilities and Corporate HR staff to ensure a continuous flow of information and communication regarding initiatives, programs, issues, and concerns. The HR Generalist will also be responsible for benefits administration, effectively managing programs such as medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as 401(k) plans. You will coordinate enrollments and changes with Corporate HR functions and assist with executing the annual benefit open enrollment process. In terms of health and safety, you will understand workplace hazards and take proactive steps to prevent and report hazards or injuries, cooperating in Safety Programs and initiatives. Moreover, you will manage staffing and talent management processes, including processing new hires, terminations, and change notices, and guiding managers and employees on employment and new hire processes. You will also coach and partner with supervisors and managers to resolve employee relations issues and maintain accurate employee relations records. The role requires a proactive approach to reviewing and recommending changes in HR practices, maintaining compliance with federal and state employment regulations, and supporting the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.