Human Resources Generalist

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Human Resources Generalist. This is a Monday-Friday Onsite role, working Daylight hours. 

The LA facility has approximately 300 employees (and growing) and is a leader in the design, development, manufacture and delivery of Aerospace hydraulic components, systems and services to the global aftermarket and OEM markets.  

The expected annual salary range for this role is $82000 – $120000 a year.  

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Reporting to the HR Manager, the candidate will support the administration and execution of Human Resources functions such as communication, coaching, employee relations, compensation analysis, employee benefits, employee development and compliance initiatives. This role will provide HR generalist (day to day) support for employees and manager’s support and support achievement of facility goals, targets and objectives for the Los Angeles, CA site.

What you’ll do:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
•     Provide advice and counsel to managers and employees to ensure consistent application of policies, performance management/discipline, procedures and practices are in compliance to promote an ethical and compliant work environment
•    Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees with specific focus on employee advocacy/engagement, conflict resolution, employee relations, performance development, talent assessment, acquisition and retention 
•    Responsible for the hourly recruitment process including staffing updates, assessment and selection, onboarding new employees, etc. 
•    Lead site new employee welcome and orientation and other key learning and development initiatives while evaluating and revising programs as necessary
•    Site liaison with GFSS (corporate payroll COE).  Submitting requests for final paychecks, fitness reimbursements, timecard updates in Kronos, etc.
•    Manage leaves of absences (PPL, FMLA, STD, LTD, Military LOA) maintaining compliance to applicable labor laws.  Liaison between site, employees, and 3rd party administrators
•    Assist the HR Team with all HR life cycle processes including performance calibrations, assessments/audits, support site communication plan (scheduling AHM’s, monthly roundtables etc.), hourly merit planning, affirmative action plan, etc. 
•    Lead performance development calibration process for hourly to ensure that goals meet SMART criteria, development plans are well formed, and all action deadlines are met
•    Partner with the site HR Leader to execute corporate initiatives and programs, such as I&D, employee survey and action planning.  Key role in driving annual employee survey participation, communication plan, organizing department results, site/department actions, and feedback sessions 
•    Backup Designated Employer Representative (DER) for the plant’s FAA Drug and Alcohol Compliance Program; maintain compliance
•    Manages the Rideshare Program and administers the annual Ridelinks survey for the site
•    Assists with procuring and managing contingent labor through Barpellam
•    Analytical ability including identifying patterns, trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships from that data. Ability to Break down complex situations into manageable components to solve problems
•    Responsible for running and creating reports, analyzing information, and summarizing for presentation; 
•    Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local government posting requirements. 
•    Comply with local laws (Los Angeles, California and federal labor laws, OSHA, EEO and Affirmative Action) ensuring a positive, non-discriminatory and safe work environment. These changes may include reviewing local policies, procedures and employee guidebook
•    Ability to drive results working with cross-functional team through influence rather than direct authority
•    Collaborates with HR Services on transactional HR matters
•    Maintain and protect confidential data with utmost scrutiny, judgment, and care
•    Additional tasks as needed to meet department objectives.

Qualifications:

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
•    One (1)+ year of human resources experience
•    Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and within the future
•    This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee
•    No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within 50 miles of Los Angeles, CA (90039) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical limitation 

Preferred:

•    Bachelor’s Degree in business, human resource management, industrial relations, organizational psychology or industrial/organizational psychology from an accredited institution
•    PHR/SPHR Certified
•    Two (2) years of experience in a Human Resources generalist function in a manufacturing environment
•    Experience in the areas of coaching, employee relations, compensation, performance management, employee development, and change management
•    Aerospace FAA/DOT Experience is a plus
•    Ability to work, on occasion, a varied schedule to be available for employees on off-shifts

Skills:

POSITION CRITERIA
•    Maintains a high standard of ethics 
•    Demonstrate discretion, able to work with sensitive and confidential materials
•    Ability to think strategically and influence others’ decision making 
•    Ability to deal with ambiguity and make effective decisions 
•    General knowledge of employment laws and ability to apply legal concepts to real world situations
•    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across a wide audience with the ability to interact effectively and present in front of large groups of people
•    Ability to deal with conflict and diffuse difficult situations
•    Ability to manage multiple projects/activities; results driven

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. 

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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