Human Resources Generalist at Ferguson Electric Inc

Buffalo, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Compliance, Benefit Administration, Learning And Development, Performance Management, Policy Development, Employee Engagement, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual Collaboration Tools

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description Recruiting and Onboarding: Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection. Coordinate and facilitate onboarding processes to ensure a seamless integration of new hires into the company culture and operations. Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted resource for employees, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive workplace culture. Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to employees and managers. Compliance and Support: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including EEO, FLSA, FMLA, and OSHA regulations. Maintain accurate employee records and support audits as needed. Benefit Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. Assist employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and claims. Learning and Development: Design and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and career development. Coordinate workshops, seminars, and e-learning initiatives to support continuous learning. Employee and Leadership Development: Partner with leadership to identify development needs and create tailored programs to enhance leadership capabilities and employee growth. Support the organization’s performance management processes, including goal setting, individual development plans and evaluations. HR Policy and Process Improvement: Develop, update, and implement HR policies and procedures to align with organizational goals and legal requirements. Streamline HR processes to improve efficiency and employee experience. Employee Engagement: Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement, such as recognition programs, surveys, and team-building activities. Performance Support: Partner with leadership to align L&D initiatives with business priorities and KPIs and to evaluate training effectiveness and provide recommendations to refine future programs. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred. 3-5 years of experience in a generalist HR role or similar position. A good understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements. Excellent communication skills. Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with employees at all levels. Detail-oriented. Good problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams). Construction and/or union labor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

The Human Resources Generalist manages the full recruitment cycle, onboarding, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with labor laws. They also oversee benefit administration, lead employee engagement initiatives, and partner with leadership on training and development programs.