Human Resources Generalist Job at SGL Carbon in Charlotte

Human Resources Generalist role at SGL Carbon.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Who we are

We are a technology-based and global leader in the development and manufacture of carbon-based solutions. Our materials and products made from specialty graphite, carbon fibers and composites serve many industries that are shaping the trends of the future: climate friendly mobility, semiconductor technology, LED, solar and wind energy. We also develop solutions for the chemical sector and numerous industrial applications that are both forward-looking and reliable. We are driven to grow with products and technologies that benefit society and reduce environmental impact.

With around 4,700 employees at 29 sites in Europe, North America and Asia, we generated sales of 1,0 billion euros in fiscal 2024.

Summary of job content

Responsible for the general administrative, personnel, and benefit services for all levels of US employees. This is a well-seasoned professional who manages most day-to-day administration independently. Recognizes the potential for significant precedents and recommends solutions to management. This position is part of the HR Operations Team.

Key Accountabilities

• Consults with and provides advice to employees regarding eligibility and coverage for active welfare programs including health, dental, vision, group life, long- and short-term disability, and other ERISA benefits.
• Communicates provisions of benefit packages by way of benefit booklets, new employee orientations, and annual enrollment meetings.
• Oversee census data analytics to recommend benefit enrollment options for efficient benefit utilization and continued cost effective health insurance coverages to management.
• Collaborates with HR Technology group in Open Enrollment plan set-up, the release of upgrades, system and plan testing and communication to affected parties.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating employee data, such as employee status changes, position and compensation changes including but not limited to new hires / rehires, promotions / demotions / transfers, pay increases, schedule changes, etc., in HRIS applications.
• Responsible for confirming accuracy and integrity of data through audits and query generation.
• Investigates and resolves day-to-day health and welfare benefit problems and provides support to employees and management on interpretation of benefit policies, programs and procedures.
• Collaborates with third-party vendors to troubleshoot, investigate and resolve discrepancies and advocate for employees.
• Facilitates the approval, submission and payment of third-party benefit administrator invoices.
• Answers phones, monitors HRSC telephone line and mailbox and distributes to responsible team member.
• Consults with and provides advice to local management on methods and approaches to resolving employee benefit problems, including enrollment events and benefit programs, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining business process materials and documentation
• Performs other duties as required that are in support of the department's goals

Skills/ Experiences

• Demonstrated ability to make independent judgement regarding the interpretation and application of employment and benefit related regulations.
• 4-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in benefits or other related area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs
• Knowledge of SAP/Success Factors/Dayforce or other HRIS system preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations such as ERISA, ACA, COBRA, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, DOL.
• Critical skills include analytical thinker, strong employee relations/customer service, oral and written communication, detail-oriented, problem-solving, follow-up, self-starting capabilities, planning and organizing, multi-tasking, and the ability to maintain highly confidential information in a professional manner.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources and Administrative
• Industries: Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance

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