Human Resources Generalist

KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.

The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It's work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:
* The Customer is Everything.
* Relationships Matter. All of Them.
* Question Things. Take Action.
* Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
* Growth Mindset.

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SUMMARY:

Responsible for day-to-day Human Resources responsibilities at Distribution Centers and Warehouses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attract and recruit for hourly and exempt positions utilizing traditional and creative methods to create and maintain a positive pipeline
• Ensure candidates are moved through the hiring process in a timely manner
• Onboards new employees and facilitates orientation for successful integration of employees
• Manages offboarding experience for employees
• Partner with others on retention and employee engagement initiatives, Hire Credit Program, Bi-Annual Step Promotion Program, and other DC initiatives/programs.
• Partners with HR Manager, Managers, and employees to resolve issues and concerns in a positive and professional manner.
• Manage job changes, promotions, transfers, and compensation adjustment
• Assist with Open Enrollment and other company-wide HR activities
• Participates in training activities for the employees and managers
• Manages confidential and sensitive matters, information, and documents
• Responds to inquiries for employees, supervisors, and managers
• Participates in corporate-wide HR projects.
• Travel as necessary to Distribution Centers across the US up to 15%.

Safety Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGP Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
  * Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• Three or more years relevant HR experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior HR experience within advance supply chain preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of the employment laws and human resources principles and practices.
• Ability to build effective relationships with employees, managers, candidates, and others
• An effective communicator, articulate speaker, and facilitator
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with flexibility and willingness to learn and to take initiatives on variety of tasks and projects
• Prior recruitment experience including traditional and creative methods
• Must be willing to learn new tasks, handle change, and work with a diverse group.
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively and accurately in oral and written form.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• Must have good judgment, decision-making ability, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Applicant Tracking systems and HRIS

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the Company.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add and subtract 10-digit numbers, to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds; ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

REASONING ABILITY:

• No major critical thinking required. Work follows established job aids and business rules. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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