Human Resources Generalist

Every day, MTI Motion associates around the world set the future in motion by solving our customers' most vexing motion-control challenges. Serving various industries including commercial aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and transportation, MTI Motion designs and manufactures an innovative portfolio of custom, precision motion-control products and solutions, including high-performance motors, drives and controllers, as well as windings, gears and ball screws.

We're committed to promoting a collaborative team environment that focuses on accountability, honesty and integrity to ensure customer satisfaction. We take pride in the work we perform and are committed to continuous improvement. In addition to offering a competitive benefits package, we strive to offer our team members opportunities to achieve career advancement.

MTI Motion is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners family of companies and is headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, WI, with facilities worldwide.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Human Resources Generalist will provide a broad range of HR support for our business and people goals in support of various Human Resource initiatives. The HR Generalist will perform a diverse range of assignments including recruiting/staffing, team member relations, supporting HR policy development and process improvement, training, payroll, and other projects for our locations in Pleasant Prairie and Muskego Wisconsin.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Handles day-to-day Human Resources needs for the organization and serves as a point of contact for team members.
• Works to support and implement changes to streamline human resources processes, procedures, policies, and guidelines to affect continual improvements across HR functions and updates documentation.
• Leads the end-to-end recruitment process to attract and select great talent. Includes identifying resource gaps, writing job descriptions, sourcing, interviewing, etc.
• Maintains and improves the team member onboarding process across all departments, working with department managers to create an engaging experience for all new hires.
• Creates an environment of positive team member relations, keeps confidentiality, establishes trust and credibility, and works with team members and managers to improve team member engagement.
• Conducts new team member orientation sessions, assists new team members with required paperwork, and processes for payroll and benefits administration.
• Conducts exit interviews and makes recommendations for continuous improvement and better engagement.
• Supports individual and company-wide training needs and recommends training programs.
• Counsels' department managers on HR policies, procedures, compensation and benefit programs, and disciplinary actions to ensure consistent and fair treatment of all team members.
• Identifies new opportunities for HR to add value to the business.
• Oversees company organizational charts and org change processes and communications.
• Handles necessary data input and (the creation of) reporting using applicable systems.
• Supports the administration of payroll and payroll reporting.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in human resources (or other business-related degree with appropriate HR experience).
• At least 3-5 years of HR experience.
• Prior manufacturing industry experience a plus.
• Previous experience administering payroll preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally between locations (30%).
• Demonstrated experience proactively sourcing strong talent in a tight labor market.
• Experience controlling and coordinating concurrent projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines with process driven results and a continuous improvement (Kaizen) mindset.
• Strong HR process orientation, but with a flexible mindset understanding not a one size fits all approach.
• Trustworthiness and maturity to handle confidential information with exceptional integrity.
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving with stakeholder alignment.
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, analytical and fact based with an eye towards innovation.
• Self-motivated and displays a sense of urgency and strong initiative to drive to results.
• Highly organized, flexible, and able to quickly adapt from one situation to the next.
• Possesses a high degree of detail/accuracy, business acumen and emotional intelligence.
• Problem-solving, coaching, counseling, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with composure and a high level of customer service/consulting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively with both team members and managers.
• Knowledge and comfort utilizing various HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft office products.
• Experience using ADP is a plus.
• Understanding of local and Federal Employment laws and the ability to research as needed.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTI Motion is an equal employment opportunity (EEOC) employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or other legally protected status.

We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact MTI Motion to request accommodation.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in human resources (or other business-related degree with appropriate HR experience).
• At least 3-5 years of HR experience.
• Prior manufacturing industry experience a plus.
• Previous experience administering payroll preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally between locations (30%).
• Demonstrated experience proactively sourcing strong talent in a tight labor market.
• Experience controlling and coordinating concurrent projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines with process driven results and a continuous improvement (Kaizen) mindset.
• Strong HR process orientation, but with a flexible mindset understanding not a one size fits all approach.
• Trustworthiness and maturity to handle confidential information with exceptional integrity.
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving with stakeholder alignment.
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, analytical and fact based with an eye towards innovation.
• Self-motivated and displays a sense of urgency and strong initiative to drive to results.
• Highly organized, flexible, and able to quickly adapt from one situation to the next.
• Possesses a high degree of detail/accuracy, business acumen and emotional intelligence.
• Problem-solving, coaching, counseling, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with composure and a high level of customer service/consulting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively with both team members and managers.
• Knowledge and comfort utilizing various HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft office products.
• Experience using ADP is a plus.
• Understanding of local and Federal Employment laws and the ability to research as needed.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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