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Westfall-Technik HQ

Human Resources

Westfall-Technik HQ, Ansonia, Connecticut, us, 06401


Westfall Technik

is a global holding company which provides innovative plastics manufacturing solutions to the healthcare, consumer package goods and light industrial vertical markets. The site locations, operating within the Westfall Technik enterprise, are internationally aligned with unmatched global reach in the industry. Our proprietary Stacked Integration Model enables us to operate leveraging a high degree of specialization, extensive capacities in end-to-end design, production and assembly, and first-class references in high-end manufacturing.

ONE WESTFALL

Competitive advantages such as vertical integration, speed-to-market and advanced manufacturing systems allow us to streamline our processes and be a complete solution provider positively impacting our customers' business. We are powered by experienced people with diversified capabilities and specialties. We pride ourselves in developing customized solutions with precision and care. So, while there is complexity to what we do; we simplify the process to deliver a customer experience that is enjoyable and easy; providing a single point of accountability.

ALL IN.

This simple phrase captures what Westfall Technik is all about. The statement embodies the company's commitment to total support, complete manufacturing capabilities and its bold approach. It is our internal rallying cry. It is our philosophy. Nothing half-hearted.

Team Members(and Customers) can be confident that this mantra drives the organization to be nimble, scalable and comprehensive ----no matter how complex the customers' challenge.

We look forward to having an interesting conversation with you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Human Resources Generalist

Position : Exempt

Location:

Ansonia, CT

Manager : No

Reports to:

Sr. HR Business Partner

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist will run daily functions at the site level and provide vital personnel support by being the first point of contact for Team Members. The HR Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping plan and administer important functions, such as staffing, training and development, compensation and benefits, Team Member relations and workers compensation matters. The HR Generalist will partner with other departments to ensure the retention and engagement of Team Members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to work independently as well as on a team

Works directly with and reports to Sr. HR Business Partner regarding all HR endeavors

Assists with all recruiting initiatives, tracks and update applicants in ADP and responds with follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process

Participates in the onboarding of Team Members, including proper documentation, electronic files and conducts New Hire Orientation regarding Polices, Procedures and Benefits

Completes and verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files through ADP

Partners with Payroll to ensure payroll processes are correct

Sends Timekeeping Records and Total Hours Report to Staffing Agencies on a weekly basis

Prepares, maintains and creates reports as needed

Files documents into appropriate Team Member files

Partners with Corporate HR in educating Team Members and ensuring compliance with all policies, company processes, HR objectives, and state/federal employment laws

Assists with processing and managing of worker's compensation claims

Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, management training, new hiring training, aptitude exams and certificates

Manages leave of absences

Create and distribute internal announcements regarding new hires, status changes, and terminations

Assists or prepares correspondence letters or emails as requested

Conducts audits of payroll, benefits, attendance or other HR programs and recommends corrective action

Acts as a point of contact for Team Members and provides support regarding benefits, 401(k), payroll, time and attendance, time off and performance appraisals

Attends and participates in Team Member disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations

Process termination paperwork and final check requests

Partners with Operations to ensure safety regulations are being followed

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

5-7 years' experience

Ability to multi-task and prioritize work and detail-orientated

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field preferred

3-5 years of progressive and relevant level HR experience

Understanding of state and federal employment regulations

Awareness of OSHA regulations and compliance

Good knowledge of related federal employment laws/regulations including ADA, EEO, and FMLA

Understanding of personnel and compliance records management

Must be approachable and effective with the ability to influence change across all levels of the organization

Must have good time management skills and be able to prioritize duties

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and in certain circumstances when sensitive information must be shared, share on a "need to know" basis

Demonstrate and maintain a positive customer service focus to both internal and external customers

Ability to work on multiple projects at once

Highly organized person and can show planning and processes to support daily work

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal, written, phone, and interpersonal skills

Proficient in HRIS systems preferably ADP Workforce Now

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sit for long periods of time

Repeat the same movements

Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Understand the speech of another person

Speak clearly so listeners can understand

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is usually in an office setting within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level.

Westfall -Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, Team Member activities and general treatment during employment.