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Job Description
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs a variety of human resources support activities. Works closely with other departments, units, managers, employees, and vendors to ensure the efficient operations of Human Resources day-to-day functions.
Benefits
At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.
Responsibilities
Work closely with management on day-to-day issues that arise regarding employees, including administering discipline and policy and managing other HR related matters
Provide interpretation, training, and guidance regarding new policies and procedures
Responsible for recruitment of hourly positions for the companys ready-mix concrete, cement terminal, and aggregates operations
Manage the pre-employment and onboarding hiring process, i.e. background check requests, coordination of physicals, drug screens, verification of employment, and Clearinghouse processing for drivers
Conduct new hire orientation and submit all required paperwork for payroll/SAP processing
Process new hires through New Hire/E-Verify online portals and maintain compliant I-9 Forms
Create and maintain complaint personnel, Driver Qualification (DQF), and medical files
Submit drug and alcohol test requests for Department of Transportation (DOT) and NON-DOT testing to include new hires, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and random testing drug; report results as necessary to management
Maintain DQF files for all commercial drivers and DOT-regulated employees including annual MVR processing, current CDL and medical certifications
Maintain relationships with contracted industrial clinics, mobile drug testing companies, and MRO
Assist with job fairs and plant-related events
Conduct annual audits of personnel and DQF files, I-9 forms, and other internal processes
Prepare and maintain employee communications for the regional office and plant locations
Answer incoming calls to the HR line and direct them to the appropriate department
Order and maintain compliant annual labor law posters for the regional office and plant locations
Respond to unemployment claims, when necessary; work closely with TPA on unemployment claim hearings and appeals
Process vendor invoices to ensure they are accurate
Prepare and maintain monthly HR Reports for Division, including monthly HR reports, turnover reports, and other miscellaneous reports
Open and sort department mail and order office supplies; process timely mailings
Support regional Human Resources Manager and maintain an open line of communication
Education
Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Labor Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Social Science, or a closely related field preferred
5-8 years of HR Experience in the Construction/Transportation industry
Requirements/Qualifications
Ability to forge good working relationships with others, including Managers/Supervisors while ensuring accountability to standards and procedures
Experience with Labor Relations/Union environment
Must be willing to travel between local offices
Knowledge of state and federal law including but not limited to Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, EEO and Leave laws, as well as local andstate laws
Must have experience with DOT Regulation compliance and familiar with all requirements for DOT regulated personnel to include hours of service, DQ file compliance, MIS Reporting
HRIS/Applicant Tracking experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong interpersonal skills, as well as exceptional customer service is a must; get the job done mentality
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills; ability to prioritize workload
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Highly confidential and ethical
Preferred:
- Related experience in construction/building materials
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Payroll experience working with payroll software
- Creative, strategic recruiting experience
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.
