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Primex

Human Resources Generalist

Primex, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450


Position located in Jasper, TN.Primex Plastics Corporation is one of the largest custom extruded plastic sheet producers in the country, providing custom plastic sheet extrusion, colorants, compounds, additives and a full array of design and fabrication services. With eight manufacturing facilities from coast to coast, we are committed to quality, sustainability and innovation, and strive every day to help our customers reach their goals. Our Color, Compounding and Additives Division is a leader in the manufacture of custom compounds and color concentrates and operates manufacturing facilities in Jasper, TN and Garfield, NJ.We are currently looking for an HR Generalist to oversee all human resources functions of the Jasper, TN plant (30 minute drive from Chattanooga).

This facility runs on 3 shifts and has 110 employees. The successful candidate be a positive, personable, and reliable people person who enjoys working with a diverse range of individuals. S/he will provide initial direction concerning day to day HR issues and will serve as a visible presence on the shop floor to drive employee engagement and positive employee morale. This ‘Department of One,’ will work very closely with the Corporate HR Department on a variety of matters and projects.What you will do:Perform daily time and attendance updates and process payroll on a weekly basisProcess new hires, promotions and terminations, exit interviews and other administrative tasksHelp set the tone for corporate culture of accountability, open communication and inclusion of all employeesPrepare plant communications, announcements, and compile data and reports for department managersEnsure compliance with state and federal laws, and the uniform and equitable treatment of all employees, through efficient administration of company policies, procedures, programs and initiativesPlan and coordinate Company activities, events, and meetingsLead and manage the recruitment, interviewing and selection process for all manufacturing positions within the facility, conduct new hire orientations / onboarding activities, attend job fairs and community related recruiting eventsAdminister the Family Medical Leave Act and Workers’ Compensation programsPerform I-9 Management including completion of forms, updates, and auditingProvide exceptional customer service to employees for a variety of support requestsAdminister and oversee plant compensation and performance evaluation programsAdminister benefits programs to include claims resolution, change reporting, and communicating benefit information to employeesWhat we are looking for:Bachelor’s Degree in HR or Business Administration, or related field preferred2+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environmentSHRM certification preferredPrevious experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or Workforce Manager preferredGeneral knowledge of employment laws and best practices both federal and stateCreative, enthusiastic, and self-directed team player with excellent organization and communication skillsAbility to build relationships and work well across functions, maintain confidentiality and work closely with employees on sensitive mattersEffective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, take initiative and work independentlyExceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsOverall computer proficiency, including email and Microsoft Office programsWhat’s in it for you?A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a competitive base salaryA quarterly Gainsharing bonus program where you can earn up to one week of additional pay every quarterA full benefits package including four medical plan offerings, an extensive network of providers through United Health Care, a prescription drug plan, dental plan, vision coverage, health and dependent care FSA’s, paid vacation and personal time, 11 company paid holidays, company paid life insurance, supplemental life for employee and dependents, company paid short and long-term disability programs, an educational assistance plan, dependent scholarship program and employee assistance programA 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 4% Company match, administered by Fidelity Investments