Generalist, Human Resources at Woodbridge Corporation in Fremont, Ohio

Job Description:

Job Grade: Supervisor/Analytical (I3)

Business Unit: Moulded Foam

Hiring Manager: Rachael Lechner

About Woodbridge

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge Culture

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte's Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match - Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture - We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs new hire orientations which includes providing payroll data to finance department and logging new hire information into Teammate Central.
• Assist in providing effective training services for the facility through planning scheduling, monitoring etc. internal and external training programs.
• Maintain employee personnel files, both manual and Teammate Central system files for hourly and salaried employees.
• Maintain effective employee relations by providing counsel to employees on HR matters.
• Updates the Tracker and Teammate Central data base
• Administer benefits program including medical, dental, pension, 401k, etc. to all hourly teammates.
• Assist the HR Manager with other duties and projects as required.
• Participate in health & safety and quality audit process.
• Interviews hourly candidates for employment
• This position is responsible for certain HS&E elements: Training and Medical Assessment (pre-employment)

Education: ​

• Bachelor's degree coupled with 3 years of HR experience preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills coupled with the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, HRIS)

• Leadership skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to share and transfer knowledge and skills to / with others.
• Dependable and self-motivated individual with good attendance / disciplinary and safety record who can work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Detail orientated individual with excellent thinking and trouble-shooting skills; able to make decisions based on information and analysis.
• Some math and computer skills are essential to perform job duties.

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Nearest Major Market: Toledo
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland