Human Resources Generalist

Shields, a Novolex Brand, is looking to add to our Human Resources (HR) Department! If you're looking to join a small team with a big impact, we have the position for you! This is a Monday to Friday position located in Yakima, WA.

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $30 to $37 hourly wage DOE.
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Full Medical Benefit options starting the following month after hire.
• Onsite Medical Clinic
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman's Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program-value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the Sr. HR Manager with daily functions of the HR Department for our location in Yakima, WA.

• Accurately reconciles Kronos time sheets, prepares and submits for bi-weekly payroll processing
• Tracks and maintains attendance records; prepares attendance notification documents
• Completes Personnel Change Notice forms
• Coordinates and assists in all recruitment-related activities including, but not limited to; posting/communicating open positions, screening candidates, conducting interviews, updating job descriptions, etc.
• Conducts new-hire orientation
• Process background checks and pre-employment requirements
• Completes employment verification requests
• Maintains employee personnel files
• Assists with Employee and labor issues
• Compiles data and publishes related reports including turnover, absenteeism, head count, vacation, etc.
• Ensures accuracy of and processes employee benefits paperwork
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail
• Ensures legal compliance - EEO, AAP, FLSA, etc.
• Member of Employee Appreciation Committee
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Human Resources, or a combination of education and 3-5+ years of work-related experience required
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in an industrial setting
• Experience with Kronos, ADP or similar HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team player with ability to build lasting productive business relationships with hourly employees, management, and peers
• Must possess a high degree of professionalism in handling confidential information
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends when required
• Strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, organizational and auditing skills required
• Critical decision maker with the ability to work independently
• Bilingual English/Spanish, helpful

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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