Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc Hiring for SR. HR Generalist at Dillon, SC Full Time

The Senior Human Resources Generalist administers human resources policies and programs and also works independently to solve complex HR-related issues. While balancing employee advocacy and business operating needs, promote equity, fair treatment, and positive employee relations as well as understand and support the accomplishment of business priorities by providing comprehensive HR support, directly or indirectly to the business in the areas of critical talent retention, ongoing performance coaching and management, pro-active issue/problem identification and resolution, and coaching and development for more effective leadership decision and communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with employees, managers and senior HR leaders of the organization to build credible relationships allowing for better decisions and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide guidance to management and employees on human resources issues and to ensure compliance with all state and federal employment laws and programs.
• Develop or modify policies, programs and initiatives and procedures to meet organizational needs.
• Assure company policies are effectively communicated and administered fairly and consistently.
• Conduct complex/sensitive employee related investigations and perform advanced employee relations activities including support and counseling for job-related conflicts, problem solving and dispute resolution, managing employee performance issues, review and assessment of termination requests, and conducting exit interviews.
• Handle all HR involvement with unemployment and workers compensation activities and claims.
• Manage the administration of all Leave of Absence programs and processes.
• Coordinate with Corporate team to conduct open enrollment and other benefits related programs and events as needed.
• Conduct employee and supervisor training regarding HRIS tools, benefits, policies and procedures, and the prevention of harassment and discrimination.
• Manage HR Coordinator and/or Administrative roles to ensure timely and accurate entries to the HRIS database, time and payroll entries and related support, and effective maintenance of employee records in compliance with state and federal requirements.
• All other duties as requested.

Requirements
Job Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in human resources, psychology, or other business-related discipline
• 5 years’ Human Resources experience in a distribution center or manufacturing environment with significant nonexempt populations preferred
• Microsoft Office knowledge intermediate to expert required, power user a plus- MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
• Experience with HRIS and KRONOS tools strongly preferred
• Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws and procedures as well as employee relations procedures and applicable law
• PHR or SHRM-CP certifications preferred

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Job Qualifications- Skills

• Demonstrate a high level of trust, confidentiality, and good judgment
• Must have superior oral and written communication skills and an ability to communicate with all levels of management and company personnel
• Ability to be a collaborative, team player
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems under pressure
• Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively and to accomplish job duties in an efficient and timely manner
• Ability to work independently
• Strong consultative and coaching skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong business acumen
• Strong project management skills

Physical Requirements
General office environment requiring ability to:

• stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time
• speak and listen to others in person and over the phone
• use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports
• lift up to 50 lbs.

Safety
The candidate must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others
The anticipated salary range for this position is $$85,500– $90,000 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 120 hours per year and paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law. The Company observes two (2) Company paid holidays. Associates earn up to 64 hours as additional Floating Holidays.
About Harbor Freight Tools
We’re a 45 year-old, $6.5 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,300 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.
HR Generalist, Sr-SC | Harbor Freight Tools

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,500.00 – $90,000.00 per year