Human Resources Generalist

Overview

 THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  

The position:  The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting all functions of the Human Resources department. The will also be accountable in areas such as staffing, HRIS, compensation/benefits, employee relations, talent management,  generalist is knowledgeable and responsible for the administration of company policies, procedures, and programs. The role organizational development, and training.  

This role is designed to support enterprise HR initiatives within the PMO organization and serves as a developmental opportunity for future plant-based HR leadership roles. Candidates must be willing to relocate to one of Great Dane's manufacturing locations as advancement opportunities arise.

This position will be posted as a Savannah-based role; however, the position will be physically located at any Great Dane manufacturing facility based on business needs, candidate availability, and organizational priorities. The role will support enterprise HR initiatives through the PMO team while maintaining strong connectivity to plant operations across the organization.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• The role will be embedded within the PMO team to provide flexible support across enterprise HR initiatives while developing the skills and experiences necessary for future advancement.
• Maintain employee-related databases. Prepare and analyze reports that are necessary to carry out the functions of the department and the company. 
• Partner with local management to communicate HR policies, procedures, program s and laws.
• Conduct workplace investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth.
• Advise managers and supervisors about the steps in the progressive discipline system of the company. Counsel managers on employment issues.
• Assist with the monitoring of employee wages and promotions.
• Process, verify and maintain personnel related documentation, including but not limited to background check, new hire paperwork, E-Verify, and status change.
• Administer benefits enrollment and handle leaves of absence requests.
• Protect the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company polices and governmental laws.
• Handle full cycle recruiting efforts; prepare job postings, place recruitment ads, screen applicants and resumes, conduct candidate interviews and reference checks, and provide hiring managers with best qualified candidates; communicate employment offers to select candidates and negotiate counter offers when required.  
• Maintain employee hardcopy files. Inputting employee personal data into human resources information/computer system (HRIS) database.
• Process various forms related to documenting human resources activities such as new-hire, change-of-status, performance evaluations, benefits, terminations, etc. 
• Handles employee’s day-to-day questions and inquires on policy’s, benefits, payroll, compensation. 
• Assist HR Manager in identifying, evaluating, and resolving employee relations, employee morale, work performance, and organizational productivity concerns.
• Assist HR Manager in managing and implementing engagement committee events.
• Complete documentation for employment verifications, medical support, and unemployment claimant responses.
• Ensure adherence to applicable employment law related regulations and statues as well as organizational procedures and policies. 
• Ensure adherence to applicable employment law related regulations and statues as well as organizational procedures and policies. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

• Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human resources or industrial/Organizational Psychology and directly related experience, including at least two years of experience working with an HRIS; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 

• • 3 years progressive Human Resource experience including employee relations and HRIS
  • Certifications: PHR/SPHR preferred
  • Strong generalist experience

• Skills:

• • Strong analytical skills and ability to perform statistical analysis
  • Previous HRIS experience, including applicant tracking systems.
  • Advanced experience in MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of recruiting, human resources, and organizational development practices and procedures
  • Ability to recruit and evaluate applicants using independent judgment and discretion.
  • Understand administrative procedures and systems.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Positive attitude, high energy, enthusiastic and detail oriented 
• Travel: up to 20%

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

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

• Physical demands:  While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close and distance vision.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer