HR Generalist I

Where Sleep is Paramount Paramount Sleep is a third-generation, family-owned luxury mattress manufacturer located in Norfolk, VA since 1935, focused on teamwork, and offering competitive salaries and benefits. We produce some of the most beautiful luxury mattresses for the best and most successful retailers and boutique hotels across the United States. We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and implement various human resources programs. HR Generalists have a broad knowledge of human resources functions, from recruiting & hiring to onboarding and from benefit administration to processing payroll. If you have a passion for HR, are familiar with state and federal labor laws, enjoy working in a manufacturing setting this is the place to be. Your role as an HR Generalist will be far from one-dimensional. You will undertake a wide range of HR tasks, administering employee benefits and leaves and crafting HR policies. You will be using the Human Resources Information System - Workforce Now by ADP to ensure all employee records are up-to-date and confidential. You will function as the main point of contact for employees' queries on HR-related topics. The goal is to ensure the HR department's operations will be running smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole. Responsibilities Assist with administration of company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with stated corporate objectives and federal and state legal requirements. Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form as required assuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality of all records. Brief executive team on important HR issues as they arise. Review, correct and update employee time & attendance data, for release to the payroll system. Timely and accurately processing of Bi-weekly Payroll. Administer compensation and benefit plans. Perform all recruiting functions Coordinate hiring process, to include conducting background and reference checks, negotiating salary offers, and preparing job confirmation letters and other communications in coordination with supervisory managers. Conduct employee onboarding and help organize training & development initiatives. Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leave policies and compensation and resolve any issues as they may arise. Administration of workers' compensation and unemployment claims. Interaction with insurance company to pro-actively manage claims. Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace. Assist in development, implementation, education, and enforcement of human resource policies. Assisting in and monitoring employee disciplinary actions. Develop a performance management program to include a performance review schedule for all employee levels. Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like hours & overtime worked, leave usage, employee turnover rates. Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, educating employees about current and planned benefits. Assisting in the development of HR programs that can build morale or increase employee performance Ensure compliance with labor regulations including COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, OSHA, Wage and Hour laws and other applicable laws and regulations. Continuing education to stay current on trends and developments in this critical area. Qualifications Proven experience as an HR Generalist Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures Good knowledge of employment/labor laws Organizational skills Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; Knowledge of ADP software for managing payroll and benefits a plus. Ability to write documents such as policies, job descriptions, and recruiting announcements. Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail with strong follow up skills Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels. Ability to understand position requirements to enhance ability to recruit qualified candidates. Aptitude in problem-solving Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence. Desire to work as part of a team with a results driven approach. Passion for excellence a plus BS/BA in Business Administration or Human Resources, at least four years of relevant experience and education. Human Resource Certification Preferred.