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Human Resources Generalist

Icon Protection, Manning, South Carolina, United States, 29102

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4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About the Role : The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with management in supporting their business goals. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas:

employee relations, employee concerns, onboarding, leave, benefits, compliance, cross-training, reporting.

This position manages the medical and retirement benefit programs ensuring superior offerings and service, program compliance, and cost containment. This position also manages the Workers’ Compensation Program and all employee leaves, including medical and family leave. Responsibilities

: General HR Investigate, mediate, and resolve workplace conflicts, employee complaints, and formal grievances in a fair, confidential, and timely manner. Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff. Identifies opportunities to improve, enhance or change existing HR and/or employee policies, procedures and processes. Works collaboratively across departments and geographies to become an integral business partner and HR resource. Participates in internal and external audits of the HR function as required. Assists with project work as determined by the HR Director. Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance. Onboarding Responsible for the pre-employment/off-boarding process for potential new hires and recent employee terminations. Duties include but are not limited to: creating offer/transfer letters, conducting background screenings, drug screenings and pre-employment physicals and informing the appropriate managers of the results, responsible for entering/removing new hire/recent termination information into/from various databases. Leave Serves as the subject matter expert for leave programs in alignment and under the general direction and guidance of HR leadership and the legal department. Manages and administers all aspects of the company’s leave programs in accordance with applicable laws and policies. Provides extensive case management and coordinates administrative aspects of the cases and claims. Serves as the point of contact for third party leave administrator who is responsible for independently approving and/or denying leave cases based on relevant medical information. Partners closely with the HR/Payroll team on all leave cases and conducts regular meetings to review claims’ status and develops strategies for resolution. Ensures that STD and/or LTD claims are coordinated with leaves as necessary. Supervise the management of employee worker’s compensation claims; investigate or oversee the investigation of claims; develop strategies to handle specific claims in consultation with the appropriate parties. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints regarding worker’s compensation claims; evaluate problems and take appropriate action to resolve issues/concerns; advise injured employees of their benefits. Stay abreast of trends and innovations in the field of workers’ compensation administration and keep current on legislative and regulatory issues at the State and Federal level. Manage, administer, and ensure compliance for employee benefits programs such as; medical, 401k, dental, vision plans; life insurance plans; disability programs; etc. Manages all aspects of the benefit programs, including but not limited to: program offerings, open enrollments, employee information releases, program documentation and retention, applicable program reporting (federal agencies), accurate program performance, legal compliance (testing, reports, and documentation) and audit support. Frequently evaluate the existing benefit programs to ensure the company’s offerings are valued, competitive, and cost-effective. Develop specific recommendations for review by management. Review and analyze changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and report necessary or suggested changes to management. Develop benefits information and statistical and census data for actuaries, insurance carriers and management. Documents and maintains administrative procedures for benefits processes; updates process documentation as needed (minimum annually). Handle benefits inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: 5+ years of Human Resources experience is required. Possession of at least a high school diploma is required and a post-secondary degree or college classes in Human Resources is preferred. Demonstrated aptitude for critical thinking, problem-solving, time management skills, strong interpersonal skills, documentation skills, organizational skills and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite applications. Proficiency in Human Resources databases and sensitivity to confidential information. Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. use of protective gear). Driving is a requirement for this position. Therefore, must have the ability to travel domestically via operating a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver license and driving record which is acceptable to our insurance provider. The ability to travel by plane and/or overnight travel may also be required. Prior experience in HR supporting a manufacturing, production, or warehousing environment is preferred Equal Opportunity Employer: The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable law. - 4 - The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with The Company, please send an e-mail to hr@garlandind.com to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Seniority level

Seniority level Associate Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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