Human Resources Business Partner

2 weeks ago


Covington VA United States Smurfit Westrock Full time

The Opportunity:

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for providing day-to-day HR support and administering essential HR processes for the Covington Mill and Low Moor Converting Plant. This position requires a dedicated, and detail-oriented individual who will be a crucial member of our Human Resources team and will interact daily with our unionized hourly workforce.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

  • Manage the annual processes as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement for both the Covington Mill and Low Moor Converting Plant.
  • Process and maintain all electronic and paper HR records in HRIS, including managing and entering all hourly HR transactions for hires, transfers, and terminations, and maintaining records and confidential employee files, providing statistical and regulatory reporting.
  • Support third party benefit administration including FMLA, STD and Unemployment claims for both hourly and salaried and handle accordingly.
  • Work closely with other HR roles to support the full life cycle of the hourly talent acquisition process which includes coordinating and facilitating orientation for both hourly and salaried new hires.
  • Generate and distribute regular HR reports to relevant stakeholders.
  • Maintain all related recordkeeping in accordance with our company record retention guidelines, which includes the hourly and salaried employee personnel records.
  • Work closely with other HR roles to resolve employee issues including Labor Relations
  • Assist with annual benefits enrollment, various HR and local initiatives, and provide support as needed for the HR department.
  • Provide excellent customer service to employees, addressing their HR-related inquiries and concerns in a prompt manner.
  • Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock goals.
  • Provide ownership and track attendance and delivery of attendance feedback. (e.g. feedback and disciplinary action if needed).
  • Active participation in the Operational Excellence and Safety initiatives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related discipline is required or pursuing a degree and 2-5 years’ proven experience in HR roles, with a focus on payroll and reporting is preferred.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with labor experience a plus
  • Human Resources Certification preferred: PHR, SCHRM-CP
  • Experience with employee databases, HRIS and/or learning management systems is preferred (PeopleSoft, Avature, Workforce Software, Kronos, MS Office products).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
  • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
  • Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks.
  • Possess drive and initiative to go above and beyond to achieve goals while collaborating in a team environment.
  • Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence

What we offer:

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of daily work.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.



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