HR Generalist

On behalf of our manufacturing client based in in the Rochdale area we are looking to recruit a HR Generalist on a permanent basis.

Hours of Work

8 – 17.00 Monday – Thursday

8.00 – 13.00 Friday

Salary 25K – 30K DOE

Role

To provide HR generalist service across the Company which includes Employee Relations, Recruitment, Selection & On-boarding, and Performance Management as well as Training and Development activities.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate Recruitment and Selection.

• Prepare employee contracts and induct New Starters.

• Create and update employee files

• Advise Supervisory and Management level on HR related matters.

• Be the first point of contact to employee enquiries.

• Co-ordinate and / or conduct disciplinaries and grievances, and lead them through to satisfactory conclusions and avoidance of tribunal claims.

• Liaise with Employment Law advisors on employee related matters as well as keep relevant records.

• Review and introduce a Performance Appraisal system for Employees.

• Design and maintain training database, and co-ordinate internal, and external training.

• Provide training and development activities within the HR scope to Forepersons, Site Supervisors and Managers as required.

• Administer and manage absence as well as produce daily and weekly summaries for the Managing Director.

• Keep Employee handbook up to date with current legislation.

• Work closely with the H&S Engineer as required.

• Administer the Occupational Health Referral Scheme and liaise with Occupational Health Services on an ongoing basis.

• Work with all individuals across different departments.

• Carry out any other activities as requested by the Directors

  • Education and Experience

• A degree in a relevant subject (Human Resources, Business Administration etc.).

• Qualified to at least CIPD Level 3.

• At least one year’s experience within an HR administrative role in a manufacturing environment (plastic industry advantageous).

• Knowledge of relevant legislation.

Skills and Qualities

•  Administration and advanced writing skills.

• Ability to articulate, and communicate well with individuals at all levels.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

• Leadership skills.

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to changing business needs.

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