HR Generalist

Are you looking for a company that is innovating and growing? Then you have come to the right place. The HR Generalist at DWC reports to the Vice President of HR, and will act as the main point-of-contact for HR related inquiries. The position is responsible for the administration and management of the research-based benefits program and routine tasks including, but not limited to: wellness, performance management and employee relations, leave management, workers compensation, compliance and policy management and employee engagement. The HR Generalist is people-oriented and heavily focused on culture. This individual will take initiative, think critically, and effectively prioritize elevating the department and DWC’ers experiences ensuring we maximize potential and reach organizational goals. 

What you will be doing:

• Perform routine tasks in support of human resource programs including but not limited to wellness, performance management, employee relations, leave management, workers compensation, and employee engagement.
• Act as the main point of contact for HR related inquiries.
• Administer and manage research-based benefits programs.
• Support managers in addressing and managing performance.
• Organize and maintain HR databases and employee files.
• Organize and promote company-wide social and team-building events and activities.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; review and administer policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Develop, implement and communicate human resource policies.
• Support the accuracy of payroll administration.
• Support with compensation and training and development.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, and new technologies in human resources.
• Leverage technology to create efficiencies, eliminate time-consuming manual processes, and improve HR's effectiveness and value.
• Gather and analyze HR data and KPIs.
• Devise programs and practices that enhance the employee experience and add to our culture.
• Work with management and personnel to solve conflicts and help facilitate positive employee relations, maintain a good working environment, build morale, and decrease unwanted turnover.
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with internal and external entities working diligently to resolve issues.
• Operate with a high level of urgency and maximize productivity and profitability.
• Assist in identifying current business challenges and drive HR strategies and solutions for overcoming these challenges.
• Back up other areas of HR and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• At least five years experience as HR Generalist or comparable position.
• SHRM or HR certification preferred.
• Ability to work on daily tasks and think critically.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and maintain confidentiality.
• Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Takes initiative and problem solves utilizing resourceful methods.
• Desire to work collaboratively with a results driven approach.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Experience managing compliance across multiple states.
• Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems.
• Proficient with collaborative work spaces and documents.
• Champion of company values and culture 

Physical Requirements

• Travel: Periodic travel for in person meetings, events and providing human centric connections.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 pounds, occasional bending and reaching.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Salary Range: $68,000- $80,000 based on degree of experience

Some reasons you want to work at DWC

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life
• Voluntary life, short- and long-term disability
• 401k
• Excellent time off options
• Caring family
• The work that you do matters

Distributor Wire & Cable is an equal opportunity employer