We are searching for an experienced Sr. HR Business Partner, for our client's New Jersey Distribution Center. The role is a contract-to-hire in Jamesburg, NJ. Onsite role, $40/hr DOE.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations:
Investigate employees' complaints and review disciplinary Action Notice based on the result of investigation (if required) and monitor federal/state laws/regulations and HR operation standards.
Partner with DC managers and employees to resolve employee relations issues through coaching, counseling, investigations and conflict resolution.
Work closely with Employee Relations at corporate and managers to ensure smooth handling of ER related matters
Co-Manage DC ER Programs
Safety:
Administering company- wide safety programs, training, and reinforcing IIPP.
Coordinate safety training programs.
Work with DCs to ensure that safety related matters are addressed timely
Assist with Safety audits as necessary
Assist with addressing employee safety concerns
Assist with responding to general questions in regards to safety/ WC
Act as liaison between management and HQ team to ensure communication gaps are eliminated
Understand, monitor, and apply any relevant state/Federal regulations regarding HR, Workers' compensation, Safety, Security and Employment best practices.
Work closely with the Safety and Workers' compensation Supervisor to ensure smooth implementation and handling of Safety/ WC related matters.
Handle new hire orientation, resignations, exit interviews, background checks and drug screening.
Handle audits in relation to hiring practices from government agencies in tandem with HQ HR management.
Reporting employment and attrition.
Partner with local agency management to fulfill PC agency positions, report agency HC.
HR Knowledge - EEO requirements, compliance with federal and state laws and responding to claims, complaints and hearing requirements. Knowledge of labor laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, CFRA, DFEH, State Leave laws, and safety requirements (OSHA, HazMat).
Provide support to DC and corporate personnel to ensure compliance with company policies, federal and state regulations.
This position requires ethical behavior as stewards of the organization.
Travel is required as necessary
Train DC management and employees on Workers Compensation, Employee Relation, Security and HR related company policies and procedures.
Work with all other Human Resources department employees
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in HR or equivalent; combination of work experience and education will be considered
Master's Degree preferred but not required
Experience Requirements
5 to 10 years progressive experience in HR as Generalist or HRBP of Employee Relations.
Experience in job analysis, Employee Relations and HR consulting.
Administration of multi-state programs for exempt and non-exempt employees. Experience with international knowledge desired.
Certifications
PHR Certification is preferred.
Skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Proven strong analytical and mathematical abilities.
Strong team player/good at working with others.
Customer focused; Operates with high sense of urgency.
Able to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Open to changing priorities.
HR Planning & Analysis.
Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPPA regulation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation, project and organizational skills.
Self-starter, takes initiative, can research or benchmark to find