Human Resources Generalist - Warren, MN

Warren, MN, US, 56762

Job ID:  504061

Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

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Job Summary

As an HR Generalist, you will be responsible for supporting a dynamic team in a fast-paced and exciting environment. This is a highly collaborative role providing exceptional administrative support to the HR team and Northeast business based out of Warren, MN.

This role will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day tasks of the HR and Leadership team, including accurate records retention, data entry, recruitment, onboarding, special projects, and responding to general inquiries from employees and managers. This role will report into the HR Leader, providing support to other areas of the business as and when required.

The HR team works in a fast-paced and high energy environment. Therefore, collaborative teamwork, a natural curiosity and desire to think big picture, as well as the ability to pivot and adapt quickly all while having fun are foundational to how we work.

This role may require occasional travel to other states as and when required.

Job Responsibilities

• A first point of contact for employees & managers who provides leadership, coaching and support for individual employee needs & HR processes
• Providing first class customer service to employees by answering questions regarding policies and procedures and assisting in confidential personal matters
• Maintaining personnel files in accordance with federal, state and company rules and regulations
• Coordinating and leading new hire onboarding including employment verifications and benefits orientation regularly across all sites
• Supports with recruitment of hourly production and admin roles, and takes a proactive approach to partnering with the recruitment team when critical roles need to be filled in a timely manner
• Coordinating unemployment claims and benefits communication with our third-party services and payroll teams, escalating claims and appeals to the HR Manager when necessary
• Running reports from HRIS system for the HR Manager, and other members of the leadership team, on a weekly and monthly basis
• Entering employee status changes into UKG HRIS (new hires, terminations, job and pay changes, etc.)
• Organize new hire, and leaver surveys providing the HR Manager with analytical trends
• Processing changes in employee benefits  
• Assisting with planning and supporting employee engagement initiatives as outlined by the Culture Committee
• Work with leaders and employees to create a positive and contemporary work environment that respects every employee and help embed the culture and company values
• Partner effectively with our HR Centers of excellence
• Promote a diverse and inclusive environment supported by our I&D agenda
• Update communication boards and post flyers keeping up to date with local and federal regulation and legislation
• Identify areas to improve processes, efficiency, and organization
• Support the HR team on various projects and/or initiatives throughout the year
• Other duties as directed by the HR Manager

Job Requirements

• High School degree + or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2+ years of experience in Office Administration or an HR Administration / Coordinator role
• Knowledge of employment practices, policies and procedures is required
• Strong administrative and organization skills
• Strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task by planning effectively and prioritizing own workload
• Self-starter and ability to work independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to assess situations make judgments based on practice or previous experience
• Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work in changing environments, see through complexity and promote an inclusive / diverse workforce
• Analytical mindset & digital capability (proficiency with an HRIS, Microsoft 365 and HR data analytics tool)

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment supporting multiple functions

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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