Universal Plant Services, Inc Hiring for HR Generalist at Deer Park, TX Full Time

Headquartered in the Houston metropolitan area, Universal Plant Services has 14 full-service facilities spanning the U.S. Gulf Coast, West, and Midwest, making it one of the largest specialty service companies in North America. With our demonstrated commitment and capability to address client needs and requirements wherever their operations occur, UPS offers a world of equipment service capabilities.

For 30 years, Universal Plant Services (UPS) has been a comprehensive service provider for the energy industry, providing project management, installation, maintenance and repair services for rotating and fixed equipment for daily maintenance requirements, turnarounds, and capital projects.

NO SOLICITATION FROM AGENCIES. WE DO OUR OWN IN-HOUSE RECRUITING

JOB SUMMARY: The human resource generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR management in supporting the organization. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance.

Job Description

• Assist HR Director in the development and implementation of HR department’s strategy, HR policies and procedures, maintaining the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual.
• Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity; recognition; and morale.
• File reports as required: i.e. EEO-1 report annually, OAG report bi-weekly, ADP WOTC payroll reports weekly, etc.
• Manage compliance-related programs such as labor law posters program and I-9 verifications.
• Manage talent acquisition and recruitment processes; recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applications; collaborates with department managers to understand skills and competencies required for job openings; creates offer letters and completes onboarding tasks for new hires; create, update and maintain job descriptions with cooperation from hiring managers; participate in job fairs, job boards, colleges, etc. to recruit full time office/field, students, interns and temporary employees as needed; gather and analyze HR metrics for time to hire; maintain monthly recruiting log.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff. 7 Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations and investigations; assist in addressing employment relations issues such as workplace complaints, harassment allegations, etc.
• Assist HR Director in HR projects such as mergers/acquisitions, HRIS audits, employee programs, etc.
• Participate in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Maintain personnel files and human resource information records (Viewpoint, Sharepoint, Iron Mountain and HR App) and compile reports from the database.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations, recommend best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management and employment law. 14. Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education and Experience

• Proven experience as an HR Generalist, or least 8 years of combined human resources experience which includes at least 1 year of human resources management experience
• SHRM-CP or HR Certification required -Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field experience
• Additional HR training a plus
• Required Skills and Abilities
• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures -Proficient with MS Office. HRIS systems (i.e Viewpoint) will be a plus
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems -Must be able to do HR related analytics and carry out complex written instructions.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Desire to work as a team with results-driven approach -Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Aptitude in critical thinking, ethical practice and relationship management -Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working at a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• Equipment Used
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities however, it does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
• Working Conditions
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
• Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Human Resources Occupations: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location