HR Generalist

Overview

IMI plc

IMI plc is a sector focused organization at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World.

The Automation platform leverages deep automation technology and applications expertise to improve productivity, safety and sustainability for our customers, Industrial Automation operates across many important industry sectors and is a world leader in supporting customers with motion and fluid control technology.

Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI's success through over 150 years of heritage.

Role Overview:

The HR Generalist will be responsible for recruitment efforts, new hire orientation and onboarding, employee termination, payroll and benefits, company policy and procedure adherence. In addition, this position will work with our Senior HR Manager to build strong relationships with the company's managers in order to help them with their human resource needs.

Work Environment: On- Site

• Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities:

HR Program Execution

• Assist in executing company-wide programs and initiatives including workforce planning, performance management, training and development and organizational change.

• Provides input to human resources management team in developing, interpreting and recommending HR program goals and objectives, policies, procedures and courses of action.

HR Administration

• Serves as the first point of contact for responding to general employee questions at site regarding policies, procedures, benefits, forms, etc.

• Prepares and updates FAQ lists.

• Maintains hard copy and electronic files for all types of files including regular employees, international employees, temporary employees, workers compensation, leaves of absence, etc.

• Conducts onboarding and New Hire Orientation process (background checks, e-Verify, I-9 verification) at site.

• Processes voluntary and involuntary terminations, conducts exit interviews, responds to EEOC and state unemployment charges and claims and compiles statistical reports and information for the site.

• Inputs relevant employee data into HR systems (ADP and IFS)

Business Partnership and Strategy

• With the assistance of the regional team, develop a thorough understanding of the goals and objectives of client group(s) and ensures alignment of HR strategies and programs to the broader organizational goals.

• Executes workforce planning after receiving appropriate approvals (hiring, terminations, promotions, etc.)

Employee Relations

• Assist in providing coaching on employee engagement, rewards and recognition, progressive discipline and HR best practices; working with the HR team, identify strategies and tactics to increase employee and management effectiveness, performance and satisfaction.

• Consults with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources issues and works to mediate and resolve conflicts.

• Assist in resolving employee relations issues through a systematic approach.

• Assist in investigating formal employee complaints and recommends the company's response to the employee. Works with Legal to ensure that we minimize exposure to liability.

Performance Management

• In assistance with regional team, works with managers to address performance issues, using an appropriate corrective action methodology, and follows up on resolution/improvement.

• Guide local managers through the annual performance appraisal process, reviews all draft performance appraisals and provides feedback and recommended revisions to managers. Calibrates performance rating system between managers and client groups to achieve rating consistency throughout the company.

Recruitment

• Supports staffing efforts with Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist by guiding managers to provide input to the annual staffing plan

• Responsible for drafting offers, onboarding, and new hire orientation

Compliance

• Ensures that business leaders are making decisions and taking actions that are in accordance with company policy and legal local, state, and federal requirements. Contributes to preparation of data for HR federal and local reporting and compliance activities in the US (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, EEO-1, Vets 100, etc.).

• Ensures all up-to-date legal postings are placed in a designated area within established timeframes.

Benefits Administration

• Partners with co-workers on annual benefits enrollment process

• Partners with co-workers on claims resolution issues

Projects

• Participates in divisional projects for the region, manages social media for the site, and assists with other HR-related duties as assigned

Critical Competencies for Success

• Undergraduate degree in HR or business-related discipline, or completion of Human Resources Certification program and equivalent work experience

• 3 - 5 years of relevant HR experience, to include analytics, special projects and social media experience

• Previous experience supporting manufacturing highly desirable

• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, written and oral highly desirable

• Strong business judgement and strategic orientation, particularly in linking HR with business strategies and goals

• Strong organizational development and consultative skills

• Experienced usage of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and e-Time strongly preferred

• Outstanding verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization

• Organized and show great initiative

• Works with little guidance or supervision

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share

• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching

• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups

• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays

• Career Development opportunities (IMI's 'Catalyst' Program)

• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.\

• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family

• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform

• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee

• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab

• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties

• At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.