Rinnai America is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes “yank the tank” and convert to an efficient, endless supply of hot water and are proud to be the only tankless water heating manufacturer in the US, with the start of its first production facility in Georgia. We aim to do this by a commitment to our employees, with a strong, accountable culture and a practice of giving back to our communities.

Rinnai America Corporation (RAC) is looking for RAC-STARS! We are conducting a TOP TALENT search for a Sr. HR Generalist. Check out why Rinnai is the hottest place to work https://www.rinnai.us/about/why-rinnai.

Role

Provides full Generalist HR support a growing manufacturing facility. Serves as employee advocate for unit to assure fair and consistent administration of local employment policies and practices. Consults with facility leadership team on a broad range of HR services including, but not limited to HR policies and processes. Identifies HR issues related to short-term and long-term business plans and objectives; develops and implements initiatives to address those issues. Continually upgrades the organization’s capacity to attract, retain and manage the talent it needs to succeed. Integrates work with that or other functions.

Recruiting & Retention

• Partner with plant leadership on the acquisition of talent, projected headcount, and workforce planning
• Source applicants through innovative recruiting techniques for manufacturing plant sites in Griffin, GA and Sparks, NV
• Determine qualified applicants through various screening processes and assessments tools
• Coordinate second level screening and interviews for applicants with other members of management
• Prepare and extend offers to qualified candidates
• Initiate pre-employment screening process for selected candidates
• Coordinate and performs various areas of the new hire onboarding process
• Communicate directly with placement agencies for temporary positions
• Conduct, review, analyze and report Exit Interviews data

Employee Relations

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  Embrace, support, and drive growing business demands in a changing environment
• Prepare and make recommendations regarding the application of policies and procedures
• Educate plant leaders and associates on new or updated of company policies/procedures or programs
• Proactively seek opportunities to maintain a Union-free work environment
• Enforce fair and consistent practices of company policy, procedures, and regulations
• Manage day-to-day employee relation matters including but not limited to questions, concerns, employee investigations, terminations
• Participate in initiatives to help cultivate culture expectations and improve engagement by conducting surveys and facilitating feedback discussion and actionable plans to improve critical areas
• Act as coach and advisor to Team Leaders and Group Leaders
• Make recommendations to improve employee engagement and reduce turnover
• Facilitate and/or coordinate roundtable discussions, town halls and plant meetings as needed

HR Administration & Support

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  Act as a primary POC for all associates as on-site liaison
• Provide full HR administrative support to plant associates and leaders
• Maintain/update employee information in ADP system, as well as personnel records
• Apply subject matter expertise to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Encourages employee participation in Corporate Responsibility efforts and company events
• Transparently communicates company, location, and HR-related messages across the plant(s)
• Development of reporting Dashboard/Metrics to monitor and analyze plant changes and trends
• Adhere to Rinnai’s Policies, Codes of Conduct and Core Values
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Performance Management

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  Coordination of activities in preparation for the annual performance review process
• Manage consistent execution of compensation programs including merit, bonus, and promotional counseling
• Provide guidance to leaders regarding corrective action and performance improvement plans/individual development plan

Training & Development

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  Provides career planning and development counsel to employees and leaders using platforms such as succession planning
• Assess training gaps necessary to develop leaders, institute lean principles, and enhance soft skills (Oz, Develop U, QuickStart, Southern Crescent, etc.)
• Collaborate with Safety department to coordinate safety program training initiatives

Requirements

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource, Industrial Relations, Business or other related field or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years generalist HR experience in a manufacturing environment
• PHR or SHRM-CP strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
• Knowledge or understanding of continuous improvement or Kaizen methodologies

Skills

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  Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Strong organization/time management
• Ability to create and write professional documents and presentations
• Attention to detail and ability to liaison with people at all levels and build rapport in a professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively in front of large groups

Abilities

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  Ability to exercise appropriate discretion when working with confidential and sensitive matters and information.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and respond to high sense of urgency situations and produce fast, but accurate results.
• Highest level of personal integrity, honesty, and commitment
• Team player with ability to operate with a great deal of independence
• Effective time/goal management of competing priorities
• Willingness to quickly add value and collaborate with others

Physical Requirements

Physical Activities

• Constantly remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environment Conditions

• Constantly in an office atmosphere
• Occasionally noisy environments

Physical Demands

• Constantly sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Occasionally, light work that include moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care

Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Professional Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)

Referral Bonuses

Paid Volunteer Community Service Day

Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses

Employee, family, and friend’s discount