Human Resources Generalist

We are looking to add a Human Resources Generalist to our fast-growing team in Salisbury, NC. The Human Resource Generalist will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the Innospec Human Resource Department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping employees while balancing the needs of the business.

Essential Functions

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Provides administrative support to the HR department including data collection and reporting as required.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• May assist with payroll functions including processing, answering employee questions, or researching and fixing processing errors.
• Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, supplemental and retirement plan providers.
• Conducts or assists with new hire orientation as well as onboarding new employees.
• Assist with the recruitment activities including screening resumes, interviews, and job fairs.
• Assist with all pre-employment activities such as creating offer letters, arranging drug & alcohol tests, compliance checks, customer required checks and background screening.
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Role Requirements

• Associate’s degree in related field required with 3 years’ HR experience, Bachelor’s Degree and related HR intern experience, or equivalent work experience.
• Paycom or other HRIS related experience is a plus.
• Chemical Industry experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software with heavy emphasis on Excel.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.
• Must be willing to travel on occasion domestically or as required to handle employee matters.

Environmental Restrictions

• Ability to perform essential job duties in both indoor and outdoor environments, including offices, facilities, and external job sites.
• Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, moving equipment, and uneven terrain.
• Physical requirements may include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and operating tools or equipment as necessary to perform job responsibilities.
• Regular attendance and adherence to company safety policies are required.
• In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state laws, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.