Human Resources Sr. Generalist (Escanaba)
Job description
At Billerud we believe that when we have tomorrow in mind, we will do our very best today. It is thanks to our employees that we are a world-leading company within the field of renewable paper and packaging materials. Do you want to realize your true value and work for a sustainable tomorrow? Join us!
Purpose:
The Sr. HR Generalist will develop and lead Human Resource practices and objectives to provide an engaged, productive and challenging work environment. Areas of responsibility include labor & employee relations, HRIS and analytical reporting, benefits, organizational development, training, talent management & staffing, performance management, compensation, and workers compensation administration.
Key Accountabilities:
Provide leadership coaching and training for managers, supervisors and key mill leaders. This position will be responsible for supporting multiple departments/areas of the mill.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and managers at all levels
Ensure proper administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement/s (CBA) for areas of responsibility.
Lead grievance meetings, investigation, issuing of discipline and other contractual issues for area/s of responsibility.
Manage administrative systems that support the CBA and labor relations processes.
Leads or assists in labor relation activities, including arbitration and negotiations as needed.
Promote and facilitate changes in the hourly work environment to increase employee engagement and productivity.
Ability to lead change or process improvement projects to their end result to include, efficiency improvement, cost reduction and implementing nontraditional or high performing work systems.
Lead and/or participate in the hourly production and craft hiring processes.
Assist with salaried recruiting for positions across the mill in a back-up role.
Assist in the sites college recruitment efforts.
Participate in or lead new team member orientation process.
Lead or assist in the development of employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive working relationship.
Lead or assist in talent management initiatives for the mill or area of responsibility.
Manage HR analytic data for the department. Responsible for all headcount reporting and tracking.
With coordination from the Mill nurse, manage the site's worker's compensation and return to work program.Qualifications
Required Skills:
Experience in applying organizational development and training principles.
Extensive experience in labor relations, employee benefits, compensation, and HRIS systems.
Ability to define and implement strategic initiatives.
Arbitration and negotiation experience.
Be a strong agent for change.
Strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of applicable employment and labor law.
Possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Ability to collaboratively work with and/or lead teams.
Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and critical thinking skills.
Strong presentation and facilitation skillsPersonal qualities
Required Experience:
Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field and
5-7 years of experience in HR or related.
Pulp and Paper Industry or heavy 24/7 manufacturing experience preferred.
Travel: MinimalApplication information
Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
Why us?
Be part of a Dynamic team within Billerud
An opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future
Development and career opportunities
Performance-based bonus, occupational pension and a number of different benefits according to company policy.
Opportunity to hybrid working according to company standard.
Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks and alcohol & drug test.
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Do you want to help create a sustainable future through your work?
Billerud is a world leading company in high-performing paper and packaging materials. We dare to innovate and put our customers in the center by developing sustainable alternatives that challenge the conventional in the packaging industry. Our commitment goes beyond products; it's about reshaping the way businesses and consumers perceive and use packaging to minimize environmental impact.
We care for our people. Billerud is an international company with local roots. No matter where you work, we take pride in always making safety our number one priority.
Realize your true value. At Billerud we lead the change in everything that we do. We have a strong focus on growth and development, offering diverse opportunities for employees to evolve professionally and personally.
Join us in redefining sustainable packaging and drive meaningful change for a better tomorrow.
Verso Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
