Human Resources Generalist/Payroll at NEPW Logistics – Portland, Maine

COMPANY OVERVIEW

NEPW Logistics is northern New England’s leading warehousing, logistics and transportation provider. Our thirteen warehouses in Maine and northern Massachusetts offer more than 1.6 million SF of flexible storage space, plus a wide range of value-added services to save our customers time and money: cross-docking, paper converting, fulfillment, reverse logistics, and more. And our dedicated trucking fleet dispatches hundreds of loads per day, plus intermodal services. Eight of our facilities are rail-served by the major rail operators in the region: St. Lawrence & Atlantic, CSX and Pan Am Southern. We pride ourselves on our outstanding 24-hour service and customized solutions to meet customer needs. If you’re moving product into or out of New England, Eastern Canada and beyond, we are your one-stop source for outsourced logistics.

CORE VALUES

Collaboration - We thrive through respect, support, and teamwork.

Safety First - We prioritize safety in everything we do.

Teamwork and Employee-Driven Success - Our employees' success drives exceptional service.

Employee Development and Growth - We invest in growth to help employees thrive.

WHY JOIN NEPW?

At NEPW Logistics, we believe that our employees are the foundation of our success. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. We empower our teams to solve problems, drive results, and make a meaningful impact. We prioritize safety and well-being while ensuring that every employee feels valued and appreciated. If you’re looking for a place where you can thrive, contribute to a dynamic team, and be a part of a leading logistics provider, NEPW Logistics is the right choice for you.

BENEFITS

NEPW offers a variety of benefits, including the following:

• Medical insurance

• Dental & Vision insurance

• 401(k) plan & company match

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability

• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal time

• Employee referral program

• Reimbursement for safety glasses and steel toe shoes

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist will perform administrative tasks and services to support the effective and efficient day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department. Payroll will be led and completed by the HR Generalist weekly. This role requires a reliable vehicle and the ability to travel to other locations within up to one hour of Portland, as needed, approximately 3–4 times per month.

Essential Functions

• Process payroll and complete other payroll functions including answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, running reports within the HRIS, and reconciling totals for the accounting department.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answer frequently asked questions from applicants and employees about payroll, policies, LOA procedures, benefits, etc.
• Recruit and onboard new employees for various positions throughout 11 Maine locations.
• Enroll new employees in benefits and answer questions.
• Create and print a quarterly company newsletter.
• Update virtual communication boards frequently.
• Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Planning and execution of special events such as annual benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and retirement celebrations.
• Travel to other Maine NEPW locations as needed, 3-4 times monthly.
• Performs other HR related duties as assigned by the HR manager.

Education/Experience

• 2 or more years of general Human Resources experience required
• Experience with any Payroll/HRIS (Paylocity, ADP, etc.) required
• SHRM-CP or PHR preferred