WestRock Company · 11 hours ago
HR Specialist - Holland, MI
Holland, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expWestRock Company is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. The HR Specialist will partner with the General Manager and HR Director to oversee employee relations, communications, and recruitment at the Holland, MI site.
CommercialManufacturingPackaging ServicesPaper ManufacturingSustainability
Responsibilities
Create strategic business partnerships with front-line employees and supervisors to promote positive employee relations
Create progressive plans to monitor, review and make suggestions for corrective actions for attendance, punctuality, conduct and performance issues
Implement human resource policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local requirements and reporting
Coordinate recruitment efforts with Talent Acquisition, establish interview and selection procedures, develop job announcements and interview materials, and conduct interviews
Investigate questions and/or complaints to resolve employee relations issues
Serve as first point of contact for employee relations to manage grievance procedures
Coach and advise front-line employees and managers regarding employee relations policies, contractual agreements interpretation and proper operating procedures
Partner with General Manager to manage the workforce plan development and implementation, assisting with compensation and training initiatives
Establish and implement office policies and procedures to ensure safety and efficient operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Assign and monitor clerical and administrative responsibilities and tasks among office staff including maintenance, mailing, shipping, supplies, equipment, bills and errands
Performs other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS and a minimum of 3 years of human resources generalist experience
Strong knowledge of state and federal employment law
Effective written and oral communication skills, including negotiation, persuasion, and conflict resolution abilities
Time management and organizational skills required, including the ability to manage competing priorities
Strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office products with strong emphasis in Excel and Word, Outlook and HRIS software
Able to relate effectively with others at all levels of the organization
Willing to work evening and night shifts periodically
Able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
PHR preferred
Benefits
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
Company
WestRock Company
Smurfit Westrock is the global leader of paper-based packaging solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2023-09-12Acquired
2015-07-02IPO
Leadership Team
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Samuel Shoemaker
President, Consumer Packaging
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