Energy Panel Structures, Inc. (EPS), is a recognized leader as a manufacturer of pre-engineered buildings. Headquartered in Graettinger, IA with additional locations in Perryville, MO, Geneva, NY, and Urbandale, IA. EPS is 100% Employee-Owned and offers outstanding employee benefits including a 401K and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

The Human Resource Generalist will perform the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including benefits, leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. Act as a resource for managers' and employees' day-to-day questions and issues. The focus of this job is on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. This position will work with other office personnel, as well as with others at our branch locations across the country.

Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities:

• Administrator of recruiting system from start to end of an new hire’s onboarding experience
• Administrator of the HRIS system including, but not limited to, maintaining employee files, drive programs, edit self-service portal
• Develops, communicates and enforces company policies and procedures, including maintaining the handbook.
• Collaborates with managers and supervisor during the performance evaluation, disciplinary action, and termination processes.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to benefits; leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development.
• Serve as a primary contact to answer frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, and benefits; refer more complex questions to senior-level HR management.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people at all levels of the company and maintain current culture
• Communicate policy/benefit/ESOP information to the workforce; provide interpretation as needed
• Provide advice and counsel to managers on organizational matters including performance assessment, corrective actions, conflict-dispute resolution, and classification and retention, and organizational structure and staffing; refer more complex questions to senior-level HR management.
• Establish and maintain recruiting networks i.e. Labor Agencies, University Career Fairs, Apprenticeship Programs, Temp Agencies
• Implements and maintains new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Onboard H2B Visa or H1B workers and work directly with the immigration attorney to file all the correct paperwork needed for the H2B or H1B Visa program.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation and enforcing adherence to requirements by advising management on needed actions.

Human Resources Generalist Job Requirements:

• Three to five years of related Human Resources administration experience
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Outlook and Excel
• Experience with HRIS and benefits databases; proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations’ HRIS, benefit, and talent management systems; MacArthur uses Paylocity
• PHR or SHRM-CP a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Strong organization skills and ability to work under pressure; including prioritizing
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Strong understanding in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Fluent in Spanish a plus
• Experience with administering/coordinating H2B or H1B Visa Programs
• Ability to travel, infrequently, to other states via plane or automobile

Human Resources Generalist Benefits Package:

• Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package
• Substantial Stock Ownership Program
• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year
• Employer Sponsored Family Dental Insurance
• 401k & Roth 401k Investment Accounts (with significant employer matching)
• Employer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance

This job description is a summary; further detail of responsibilities is provided during interviews.

EPS is a Drug Free Workplace. Applicants must be willing to undergo Pre-employment Drug and Background screening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Remote Work is not available. Position available in our Graettinger, IA location.