Human Resources Generalist at New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. – Laconia, New Hampshire

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing excellent customer service in a wide variety of Human Resources functions including compliance, employment recruiting, employee relations, disability/FMLA leaves, on boarding, workers compensation management.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions;

collaborates with departmental managers, to understand skills and competencies required for

openings.

• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Conduct and coordinates on boarding and new employee orientation programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including

but not limited to recruitment, benefits, and leaves.

• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring

complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.

• Serving as primary contact for work related injuries, includes; good communication with injured

employees, filing claims timely, maintaining OSHA Log, working with adjusters and guiding

employees by facilitating access to medical care. Active participant in Safety Meetings.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and

recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Prior ADP experience, a plus.

Education and Experience:

• 3-5 Years HR Generalist experience, preferably w/in a manufacturing environment
• Labor Relations, and PHR or SPHR certification a plus.
• Minimum Associates Degree in related field preferred, Bachelors preferred.