Coord., Human Resources I

Company: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

MISSION / SUMMARY:Under general direction, responsible for assisting and supporting the Human Resources Manager and Human Resources Supervisor in all facets to include, but not limited to: payroll administration, recruiting/staffing, policy interpretation, HRIS reporting, employee relations, benefits administration, and new hire orientation..JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

• Assist in the day-to-day administration of human resources programs including completing all necessary paperwork to hire, terminate and modify employee records in SAP.
• Weekly processing of automated hourly payroll (approximately 425 employees) per the Collective Bargaining Agreement in Workbrain timekeeping system.
• Timely processing of wage attachments/garnishments through corporate legal and/or payroll
• Administers annual safety shoe reimbursements and deductions in SAP.
• Coordinates the activities associated with the co-op/intern selection process to include conducting phone interviews, scheduling onsite interviews, preparing interview guides, etc.
• Administers the employee leave of absence process to include: interface with Corporate Benefits Administrator, collection/reconciliation of benefit premiums owed, and FML tracking.
• Takes an active role in benefits administration to include conducting open enrollment meetings for hourly employees and serving as a resource to aid employees with benefit inquires.
• Provide general administrative support, including responding to general questions, scheduling meetings, etc.
• Conducts new employee orientation for co-op/intern and salary employee groups to ensure positive onboarding experience.
• Manages and maintains all employee files in accordance to GPI record retention, HR policies and HR Audit Guidelines.
• Coordinates the collection and preparation of routine and ad hoc human resource reports including, but not limited to the HR scorecard.
• Processes all departmental invoices in SAP and ReadSoft.
• Assists and provides input in managing department budget.
• Contributes as a team lead and team member on various department, mill and Company initiatives.
• Routinely audits departmental files for adherence to HR Audit Guidelines.
• Champions various employee culture initiatives, i.e. Service Award Program.
• Maintains adequate inventory of departmental office supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.The above job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum of three (3) years of proven experience as an HR coordinator or relevant human resources/administrative position.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of direct payroll administration experience.
  • Experience with SAP and Workbrain or ADP software preferred.
  • Experience in a unionized work environment preferred.EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:
    • Minimum of four (4) year Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or minimum of 8 years relevant and comparably compensatory related work experience required in lieu of degree.
      • Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills. Ability to manipulate and analyze data using pivot tables, Excel formulas (including vlookup).
      • Knowledge of employment law (EEO, ADA, FML, etc.).
      • PHR or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credentials preferred.SKILLS:
        • Excellent organizational skills.
        • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
        • Ability to handle confidential data with a high level of professionalism.
        • Must demonstrate flexibility when work assignments or priorities change and a willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure the overall effectiveness of the HR function.
        • Ability to prepare correspondence and documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
        • Be resourceful in accomplishing work tasks and obtaining needed information.
        • Ability to interact in a helpful, courteous and professional manner.
        • Demonstrate sense of urgency and level of energy required to effectively deliver HR services in a fast-paced environment.SCHEDULE DEMANDS:
          • General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.
          • Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
            • Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8-hours.
            • Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs.
            • Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
            • Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.KEY COMPETENCIES:
              • Integrity & Trust
              • Action Oriented
              • Listening
              • Ethics & Values
              • Priority SettingRequired ExperienceAt Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference.With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference.Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the EEO is the Law Poster.

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