Human Resources Generalist\n
This is an exciting opportunity for a hand-on driven human resources professional. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to learn, grow and assist in implementing key human resources processes then join our team!\n
The Human Resources Generalist is highly regarded with an excellent track record in their current environment. This role is a combination of tactical and strategic HR initiatives. This position will provide day to day employee relations support to managers and employees, as well as drive business initiatives in assigned areas both at the site and across the U.S. and Canadian organization when needed. This role requires an active and engaged HR leader to support strategic human resource plans aligned with the needs of the business. They will identify opportunities for process improvements, and work across a broad range of HR responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have passion and energy and will be process oriented. The candidate will learn the business, partner with and support a variety of HR functions, and assist with specific social needs at the Corporate Headquarters. \n
The successful candidate must be an analytical, collaborative, and results oriented leader who can effectively build relationships and processes. This is a progressively responsible role.\n
Key Responsibilities and Duties \n
Supports HR functions, programs, and performs various tasks, including but not limited to:\n\nUpholding Company policies and procedures; live our core values.\nCreate employee communications.\nResponds to internal and external HR-related inquiries.\nProduces global reports inclusive of data analysis, to assist with HR data analytics, compliance review, training and \/ or general HR activity.\nWorking in collaboration with the Recruiting Center of Excellence (COE). Assists in creating partnerships with universities, key recruitment channels, assist with job fairs, interviews and outreach. \nLeads Corporate Office activities such as coordinating employee and fundraising events, summer picnic, year-end celebrations, United Way etc. Works in conjunction with other stakeholders to implement.\nAssist with liaison activities supporting the corporate location including answering phones and being a point of contact for vendors.\nSupports other HR departments as needed (payroll, benefits, recruiting, etc.).\nAssists HR and Corporate Management with procedures as required such as legal\/subpoena requests and ad-hoc requests.\nMay assist in global initiatives.\nOther items as assigned.\n\n
Education and Experience\n\nBS\/BA in Business Management, Human Resources, Industrial Relations or a related field.\nPreferred 3 - 5 years human resource experience in a manufacturing setting.\n\n
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities\n\nProven experience as an HR coordinator or relevant human resources\/administrative position.\nKnowledge of human resources processes and best practices.\nStrong ability in using MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular).\nExperience with HR databases and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, a plus).\nAbility to work with ATS software (e.g., Workday, ApplicantPro a plus).\nOutstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships within the location and HR; ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and through written correspondence.\nAbility to handle data with confidentiality.\nFlexible in nature and have a willingness to foster a transformative environment.\nGood organizational and time management skills.\nAbility to maintain a positive and professional attitude, especially during times of stress.\n\n
Business Acumen\n\nDetail oriented with strong analytical skills with an eye for identifying process improvements.\nMake sense of data coming from multiple directions and able to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.\nAbility to understand how this role impacts cross functional teams and how this role is inter-connected.\nAbility to collect data and keep organized to meet deadlines.\nAccuracy as it relates to report data and timeliness of delivery.\n\n
Work Environment\n\nOffice setting with frequent trips out to the plant to engage with all location employees. \n\n
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AUSTIN POWDER's Mission\n
To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.\n
AUSTIN POWDER's Vision\n
We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.\n
AUSTIN POWDER's Values\n
Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; We leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.\n
Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.