Human Resources Generalist

Amsted Rail • Full-time • Petersburg, Virginia, United States • 1d ago

Human Resources Generalist | Amsted Rail – Petersburg, VA | Bearings & Seals |Pay Range: $65,000 to $85,000

Amsted Rail Company, a global leader in freight rail solutions and an Amsted Industries business, is a 100% employee-owned company. Amsted Rail Petersburg is a global leader in tapered roller bearings and precision sealing solutions. We offer stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a real impact on our industries and communities. As part of one of the top employee-owned companies in the U.S., team members benefit directly from our success through annual stock awards, competitive pay, and strong benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY

As our HR Generalist you will support the day-to-day HR operations across the employee life cycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, training, reporting, payroll, community activities, and HR project support. This role works closely with employees, supervisors, and leadership to promote consistent HR practices, support business needs, and contribute to a positive employee experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation.

Support our workforce by executing and overseeing weekly payroll and various administrative functions.
Support compliance activities related to employment practices, training requirements, workplace policies, and required reporting.
Coordinate recruiting and onboarding activities, including candidate communication, interview scheduling, on site interview support, new hire paperwork, and new employee orientations.
Support employee relations matters, workplace investigations, corrective action, and performance management processes in partnership with HR leadership.
Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and HR system data in accordance with company policies and applicable legal requirements, workplace policies and required reporting.
Assist with the administration of leaves of absence, workplace accommodations, worker’s compensation, and return to work processes as assigned.
Assist in strategic planning and reporting across locations.
Work on human resources projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of HR Generalist or related HR experience.
Prior manufacturing or industrial HR experience preferred.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, HRIS/payroll systems, and HR communication tools.
Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience supporting hourly and salaried employee populations.
Experience with employee relations, investigations, attendance management, and policy interpretation.
Experience with HR reporting, HRIS data entry, and compliance tracking.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have an innovative mindset, willing to contribute new ideas taking acceptable risks, following through to completion.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
Must be approachable and able to develop strong professional relationships, fostering communication inside and outside of the organization.
Must possess high energy and be adaptable to work in a fast-paced environment that supports a culture of continuous learning and development.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug (including THC)& background screening
Must wear company-provided personal protection equipment (PPE) in required areas
Ability to regularly stand, walk, and move throughout the office and manufacturing areas
Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, prior manufacturing experience a plus

Why Choose Amsted Rail Petersburg?

Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of considered compensation)
401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 days
Competitive Pay: Competitive base salary based on education and experience, plus annual bonus potential and annual merit increase opportunities.
Career Growth: Company supported development opportunities, including training, mentoring, tuition reimbursement, and certification assistance.
Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks annually, plus 11 paid holidays.
Additional Offerings: Mentorship Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification Assistance available, and Employee Discount Programs

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