Human Resources Generalist

First Quality was founded in 1989 and, in nearly three decades, has grown to be a global privately held company with over 4,000 employees. Its corporate offices are located in Great Neck, New York, with manufacturing facilities and offices in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Georgia, and Canada. First Quality is a diversified family of companies manufacturing consumer products ranging from Absorbent Hygiene (adult incontinence, feminine care, and baby care), Tissue (bath and towel), and Industrial (print and packaging materials), serving institutional and retail markets throughout the world. First Quality focuses on private label and branded product lines.

Our core business philosophy is built on a proud culture driven by safety and quality, respect, humility, integrity, customer focus, and teamwork. With leading edge manufacturing technologies and processes and visionary leadership, First Quality is positioned to continue significant growth in the coming years. We are seeking an Human Resources Generalist. This position will be located in Lewistown, PA.

Purpose and role of job:

Responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level, focusing on recruiting, onboarding and staffing, while carrying out additional duties that may involve employee relations, benefits, compensation, or other duties as assigned. This position is primarily day shift but may require some evenings and weekends.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with hiring managers to understand strategic needs, skills and competencies required for openings.

• Manage communications between applicants and hiring managers to keep all parties informed of the status of each search.

• Manage candidate interview results and selection decision with hiring manager.

• Coordinates post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background screenings with candidates.

• Reviews, tracks, and updates all openings using Workday.

• Post advertisements in a variety of newspapers, internet boards, billboards, etc.

• Work with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and announcements.

• Attend career fairs and events to promote First Quality and deepen the pool of potential candidates. Provide information on company operations and employment opportunities to potential applicants.

• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct new hire orientation.

• Provide assistance with the implementation and administration of the performance evaluation program.

• Conduct exit interviews, analyze data, and provide reports with trends and recommendations for continuous improvement and retention efforts.

• Regularly spends time throughout the facility to be available to all team members.

• Understand and assist team members with benefit or pay needs.

• Organizes and scans all information included in team member files.

• Coordinates employee events.

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.

• Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/guidelines.

• Observes all safety rules and always uses the proper safety equipment.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.

• One to two years of HR experience preferred.

• Knowledge of HR and employment laws is strongly preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases including applicant tracking systems preferred.

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast paced, high volume environment.

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Leadership: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location