Human Resources Generalist

May 8, 2021 General Labor

Job Overview

Job title: Human Resources Generalist

Company: ePac LLC

Job description: ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the entire employee life cycle for Canadian-based employees, including payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, and training. This position advises on compliance, short and long-term business needs, and how applicable strategies may impact involved parties. Maintains an applied knowledge of national, multi-province, and local employment law and regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for managing the entire payroll process using ADP for all Canadian-based employees, currently approximately 30 people with the potential to grow to approximately 70 within the next year.
Verifies the accuracy of all payroll entries including deductions, earnings and changes, review and reconcile payroll date and resolve any discrepancies as necessary.
Ensure payroll wage garnishments are processed timely and accurately.
Audit timesheets accurately to ensure wages and benefits are properly distributed.
Manage all benefit related items including auditing, enrolling, assisting with processing claims, keeping in contact with all benefit vendors.
Conduct new hire orientation for employees.
Process termination paperwork.
Maintains employee files.
Coaches and mentors managers and employees.
Manages and resolves employee relations activities, including investigations, discipline, and termination.
Partners with leadership to execute performance reviews.
Delivers regulatory training to managers and employees, as applicable.
Participates in weekly meetings with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
Ensures regulatory compliance with legal requirements pertinent to the day-to-day management of employees; collaborates with legal counsel when necessary.
Responsible for HR policies and procedures, including writing, rollout, and maintenance. Includes responsibility for handbook updates and multi-province addendums, as applicable.
Assists with maintenance and execution of the safety program, including managing worker’s compensation claims and regulatory logs, as applicable.
Manages employee leave of absences.
Partners with the U.S.-based HR team on development and execution of HR programs and protocols.
Provides policy guidance and interpretation to the assigned location leadership teams.
May serve on cross-functional teams and/or committees to improve and/or streamline plant operations.
Assists COO and General Managers with labor analyses reports, as requested.
Assists site management with community relations, as needed.
Will be required to regularly visit dedicated facilities to provide the above mentioned support to all employees and management. Flexible during the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel is minimal and at the HR Generalist’s discretion or as needed due to sensitive HR items that may benefit from an in-person meeting.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Team-player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple employee relations, leadership priorities, and projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail.
Flexibility/Adaptability -Adapts easily to changes in work priorities and environment and is willing to assume additional responsibility and learn new procedures. Demonstrates effective organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
Goal-oriented, evidence-based decision-maker.
Excellent computer skills with applied knowledge of Google Suite products.
Thorough knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and methodologies.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration or related field required with a minimum of 3+ years of human resources experience, relevant to payroll, benefits, and employee relations.
May consider relevant human resources experience in lieu of education.
Payroll system implementation and extensive experience with ADP is highly preferred
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding compensation, benefits, employee issues, etc.
Demonstrated experience providing outstanding customer support
Significant experience working in multi-provincial payroll is a plus
Manufacturing experience, preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

80% of the time in a professional office setting with some potential travel to facilities and meetings
Works in plant environment, including time on the production floor with employees
Schedule may demand flexible hours outside of normal business day