HR Generalist

About Us

Elementis is a global specialty chemical company, with 1,300 employees operating 17 manufacturing sites across the globe. At Elementis, we bring a distinctive combination of expertise, innovation, and teamwork to every formulation challenge. We create high-value specialty additives that enhance the performance of our customers' products and make a positive change in the world. Combining our leading positions in the science of materials flow, surface modification, and formulation with access to unique natural materials, Elementis delivers unique chemistry, sustainable solutions to customers in a wide range of markets, including cosmetics, anti-perspirants, decorative and industrial coatings, automotive and ceramics.

Job Description Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the implementation of human resources best practices to support corporate business objectives. The role will carry out generalist responsibilities across multiple HR disciplines which includes employee relations, performance management, recruiting, onboarding, policy interpretation and development, ad hoc projects, employment law compliance, and payroll processing. The position requires a perceptive individual who can relate to individuals at all levels of the organization, building relationships and establishing credibility across business segments.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Advises and trains managers and employees on employee relations matters, performance issues and disciplinary actions; advises and assists managers in identifying employee relations issues and determining appropriate course of action.
• Administer accurate and timely processing of payroll data for the region, supporting the HR Operations with the payroll activities.
• Ensures accurate data in workday and payroll system.
• Partner with HRIS and Finance teams for continuous process improvements.
• Perform other administrative duties related with day to day activities.
• Administrate the insurance benefits, work medicine and other programs.
• To develop and maintain policies and procedures concerning employee relations and personnel practices.
• To develop recruiting and hiring strategies to attract diverse talent.
• To develop training plans and register training activities of the site.
• Participates in ad hoc HR projects.

Decision making

The HR Generalist is expected to work autonomously while independently making decisions that align with current company policies and HR framework.  This role does not have decision making authority outside of company policy and business practices.  Defined level of approvals will be required as per company DOA and other managerial expectations.

Job Competencies

Effective Communications – ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization both oral and written, to deliver and interpret company policies, legal compliance and general understanding of complex HR processes.

Analytical – ability to analyze, interpret and communicate data driven information to better support the organization with the implementation of policies and procedures, adherence to state and federal labor and payroll compliance.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Human Resources theories, practices, and techniques.
• Program development and administration principles and practices.
• Coordinating activities with other internal departments and/or external agencies.
• Effective project and time management.
• Principles and practices of employee relations.
• Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations.

Additional Job Description

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree and a minimum of three years of consistent HR experience.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in a direct HR role such as HR Coordinator or Analyst.  Experience process multistate payroll and reconciliation.
• IT Skills: MS Office, Workday, ADP
• Language Skills: Fluent in English
• Traveling required: small travel required.

---