Hybrid HR Generalist (Rumford, Maine) bei ND Paper

Job Title:   Human Resources Generalist (Rumford, Maine) 

About Us

ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales.  We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to line management in managing unionized hourly employees, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions in line with union agreements.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by working closely with both management and hourly union employees to improve work relationships, enhance morale, and drive productivity and retention across the workforce.
• Offer ongoing HR policy guidance and interpretation, ensuring consistency with collective bargaining agreements, company standards, and labor laws. Provide clear communication and support to unionized staff.
• Provide on-site support to union employees for benefit-related questions and resolve any benefit-related issues, ensuring compliance with union contracts and company policies.
• Support payroll processing, time and attendance systems, and scheduling for hourly union employees. Ensure that all processes are in compliance with union agreements and company policies.
• Manage all aspects of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new hourly union employees, including posting job openings, conducting interviews, and administering the union hiring process. Ensure new hires are properly integrated into the company.
• Build and maintain relationships with local universities, colleges, and high schools to attract new talent and grow our team of hourly employees, while supporting workforce diversity and inclusion.
• Be available to work beyond normal work hours to fulfill responsibilities, manage any urgent HR issues, or support operations during peak times and occasional weekends.
• Carry out any other duties related to the position as required, ensuring the smooth operation of HR functions within the unionized environment.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three to five to years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including human. performance, and federal and state employment laws.
• Safety conscious and willing to work in an industrial environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills.
• Good time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Payroll and scheduling experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Strong initiative and perseverance.
• Strong ambition for continuous learning and career growth; willingness to take on additional responsibilities, and desire for future promotion. 

Attributes for Success 

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.
• Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond.
• Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture. 
• Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business. 
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve.
• Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly. 
• Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship. 

ND Paper Benefits 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family. 
• Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.  
• Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).  
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance. 
• A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution. 
• Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location. 

Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting 2025 Benefits. Come be a part of our team and grow with us! 

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Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to https://us.ndpaper.com/careers

No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.