About this role
Pratt Industries - a sustainable packaging company – is looking for an HR Generalist ready to work closely with the HR manager to support the HR initiatives for the Recycling Division.
This position will require travel to locations in GA, NC, SC, TN, KS, KY, OH, IN, MI, NY, TX, LA
Why choose Pratt?
- Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
- Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
- 3 Months: 401(k) with match
- 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave
- Our Culture
- Growth/Development – we believe strongly in investing in our talented people as we know that their success means our collective success.
- Family – we view each of our fellow coworkers as extended family and are proud to welcome each of you.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit - each of our facilities operates independently, allowing the local leadership and team to propose and implement site specific changes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Handle HR-related duties for the recycling division
- Work closely with HR manager to identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies
- Administer employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, FMLA, vacation, paid leaves.
- Assist HR manager in investigating employee relations issues, including hotline reports, with a focus on timely resolution.
- Maintain and administer any records or personnel files as required by state and federal laws for all employees, including I-9s.
- Process biweekly payroll with payroll analyst support and guidance
- Run monthly reports such as OT, vacation accrual
- Balance multiple commitments in fast paced environment
- Participate in daily/weekly meetings
- Travel to locations as needed
- Additional duties or locations as assigned by management.
Education and/or Experience:
- 1+ years of experience within the field of Human Resources, payroll, or a related field
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Experience in manufacturing
- Proficient knowledge and application of HR laws and regulations
Leadership Attributes
- Superior Time Management
- Change agent focused on continuous improvement
- High emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Ability to coach, mentor and develop underperforming employees or problematic behaviors
- Professional appearance to support his/her role as a managerial representative.
Language Skills
- Ability to read and interpret financial statements, business trends, professional journals, regulatory laws, and policies & procedures. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees.
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Technical Skills
- Computer literacy (MS Office including Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
- Proficient knowledge and application of HR laws and regulations
- Preferred Candidates will have experience with ADP and other HRIS’s.
Physical Demands
- Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear, sit and stand.
- Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment can be, at times, loud.
Pratt Industries - a sustainable packaging company – is looking for an HR Generalist ready to work closely with the HR manager to support the HR initiatives for the Recycling Division.
This position will require travel to locations in GA, NC, SC, TN, KS, KY, OH, IN, MI, NY, TX, LA
Other facts
About Pratt Industries
Pratt Industries is a leading manufacturer of sustainable corrugated packaging and display solutions. Founded more than 30 years ago, the company has shown dramatic growth with state-of-the-art facilities in 25 states and Mexico. Pratt is America’s fifth largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled paper, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.
The Georgia-based company operates an extensive Recycling Company to supply six of the most modern, cost-effective 100% recycled paper mills – in Conyers, GA, New York City, NY, Valparaiso, IN , Shreveport, LA, Wapakoneta, OH and Henderson, KY.
Pratt is dedicated to the sustainability of the environment, its customers and its people. The cornerstone of Pratt’s mission is to protect and nurture the planet’s natural resources while reducing our impact on the environment by “Harvesting the Urban Forest.” By doing so the company also seeks to help its customers meet their environmental goals.
Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
What you'll do
- The HR Generalist will handle HR-related duties for the Recycling Division and work closely with the HR manager to implement effective recruiting methods. Additional responsibilities include administering employee benefits and investigating employee relations issues.
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