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Sterling Kohler

Senior HR Generalist, Ann Sacks

Sterling Kohler, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Senior HR Generalist, Ann Sacks

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite, four days per week – Portland, OR

Opportunity Under the direction of the Sr. HR Manager, the Sr. HR Generalist has the primary responsibility of providing day-to-day HR support to Ann Sacks Tile & Stone, and is a key HR partner to specific client groups within the business. This position will support the linking of HR activity to the success and strength of the organization, interfacing at all levels of the business to bring HR activity into alignment with organizational goals.

This role is a trusted advisor, culture driver, and front line support for our Portland based manufacturing and corporate teams. Generalist duties to include employee relations, talent strategy, onboarding, policy & compliance, and HR administration.

Specific Responsibilities HR Strategy

Participate in department and business meetings to gain insight into Ann Sacks’ business and strategic plans. Provide support to the development of Human Resource plans and actions to best align talent to achieve the business goals

Develop long term talent pipeline and leadership succession plans for Ann Sacks Operations team

Employee Development / Relations

Partner with supervisors within client group on handling complaints, performance concerns, terminations, promotions etc.

Conduct workplace investigations according to company standards, escalating to HR leader as needed

Serve as a key partner in driving the employee engagement process, including deployment of engagement surveys and action planning for key client groups

Champions recognition culture and participation in company rewards strategies

Act as a liaison between employees and management

Maintains and responds to general employee inquiries to specified service levels, utilizing good judgement to elevate to HR leader as appropriate

Recruiting & Integration

Recruiting process support and compliance, requests or creates new job requisitions

Serve as liaison to recruiters for key positions, working with hiring managers on the selection process and overall recruitment project

Handle the pre-employment testing process for specific roles

Manage temporary staffing agency relationships, in coordination with hiring managers

Drive the new hire integration experience, including process support, manager support, and new hire check-ins

Policy and Procedure

Support the process of updating HR policies and procedures, which may include ownership of specific policy areas and/or updating projects

Monitor compliance with government regulations across multi-state population

Monitor management compliance with HR policies and procedures

Act as a liaison with the Kohler legal department as necessary

Administration

Serves as the primary owner of all personnel ACTs (transactions), working with functional managers to complete the process

Support org maintenance and headcount planning organization

Maintain location specific compliance related to the HR function (with support from labor relations team)

Maintain and organize general HR files, SOPs, and local employment records

Liaison with payroll department to resolve employee concerns

Assists with the creation of internal HR communications, trainings decks, meetings etc.

Assist with special projects as needed

Training

Assist plant leaders in the development of specific trainings/orientations for manufacturing hires and supports Kohler manufacturing / supply chain training initiatives

Supports annual ethics training delivery and tracking for manufacturing roles

Provides occasional training support (facilitation and/or content) to HR and Training teams to support employee development across all teams

Benefits Support

Advocates and drives employee wellbeing initiatives and participation

Serve as liaison for workers’ comp, payroll, and leave of absence teams as needed

Support general employee inquiries and liaison with Kohler COEs

Key Skills & Competencies

Skills to work independently and problem solve, utilizing good judgement.

High level of organization and attention to detail.

Skills to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Communication skills to engage with others thoughtfully and build trust.

Skills / Requirements

Requires minimum of 5 years of related experience (HR, recruitment, administration, management etc.), with preference given to experience in a manufacturing, retail, or distributed sales environment.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred, but not required. Candidates with a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Proficiency using Microsoft or similar office products required.

HR certification preferred (PHR/SHRM) or ability to complete within 12 months.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $77,950 - $118,950. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

Why Choose Kohler? We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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