Human Resources Generalist

at  Farwest Steel Corporation

Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this Human Resources position!
Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States.
As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: To be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, business or closely related field with 2+ years of directly related HR work experience. Will consider other combination of work experience and education.
• ADP experience a strong plus.
• Strong technical skills in employee relations, HR Consulting, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting/Staffing and leave administration and tracking.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to utilize word-processing, spreadsheets, and other PC functions at an advanced level.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of material handled.
• Strong understanding of employment law in all states of business.
• Extremely strong problem-solving skills
  As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check that must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in eVerify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US.
  Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.
  Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/careers

• Provide support to local management/supervisory group on all aspects of human capital issues – business strategy, manpower planning, performance management, organization design, etc.
• Serve as employee advocate and coach by being accessible to employees and by maintaining relationships with employees.
• Supports Departments with Talent Acquisition for external and internal placements and promotions. Post job openings, update job descriptions, screen applicants, interview, check qualifications and references, implement Fit for Work procedures, on-boarding programs and training. Must have knowledge of job boards and recruiting platforms such as Linked-In, Indeed, State Recruiting Services, etc.
• Participate in various HR Projects such as compensation, training, employee development, benefit planning/rollout, etc.
• Monitor changes in HR laws, regulations and procedures and coordinate with rest of HR team to ensure that policies, procedures and processes are in legal compliance. Train supervisory staff as appropriate. Stay current with best HR practices.
• Benefits administration and protected leave (FMLA, ADA, OFLA, WS, USSERA, etc.) compliance, correspondence, and tracking.