HR Generalist at Zeon Chemicals

Who We Are:

Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics?  Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.  

Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment.  This combination truly makes us a best place to work!

Purpose:

Partner with Human Resources team to lead HR practices and objectives that support a high-performance, employee-oriented culture with emphasis on recruiting and developing a best-in-class workforce.  Manage the plant human resources functions necessary to fulfill the Plant’s goals and objectives.  Maintain compliance with federal and state laws, along with company policies.

Human Resources Generalist Job Description

• Lead efforts to attract, onboard, and retain qualified talent to ensure all current and future staffing needs are met
• Facilitate open communication and effective issue resolution across all areas of the plant
• Manage pre-employment requirement and onboarding initiatives, including training coordination, documentation management, and scheduling with hiring managers
• Support and develop an employee-centric company culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement and high performance that enables Zeon to be one of the Best Places to Work
• Work with corporate HR to develop and administer HR policies and procedures for all Plant personnel
• Collaborate with corporate HR to design and implement training materials and programs tailored to plant operations and workforce needs
• Manage pay-for-performance program through administration of established performance system. Coach and educate managers to provide meaningful feedback through the performance appraisal process
• Provide guidance to employees regarding professional development opportunities
• Support development and administration of plant compensation and benefits programs in coordination with corporate HR to maintain competitiveness in the local labor market including plant compensation reviews to maintain competitiveness in the local labor market
• Ensure adherence to HR compliance standards by supporting the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001/14001/45001) and fulfilling all JSOX requirements related to personnel changes, including participation in audits as necessary
• Maintain and administer the job description database, ensuring timely updates, accurate documentation, and effective organization
• Act as the primary contact for employees on plant level compensation and ensuring alignment with local labor market competitiveness
• Foster employee involvement through participative management techniques, recognition programs, committees, and projects and serve as an advisor to teams as necessary
• Partner with site leadership to implement engagement initiatives, recognition events, and other culture-building activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices to ensure compliance and support continuous improvement in plant-level HR operations
• Continually seek ways to improve performance of the plant's operation and ensure that customers', both internal and external, needs are met
• Perform other assignments as deemed necessary by the HR Manager and Plant Manager. (These duties will be deemed essential or marginal based on content.)
• Promote positive employee relations and ensure a direct line of communication from employees to management 

TX Marginal Job Functions:

• Coordinate onsite random drug tests
• HR vendor management
• Complete Ship Channel Compensation Survey and lead action plan based on results
• Support charitable activities and events
• Support travel arrangements for ZC visitors
• Work with Ops Coordinator to track certification process for new Process Technicians and manage step progression increases
• Conduct exit interviews
• Manage Zeon’s leave programs (STD, LTD, FMLA, etc.)
• Manage Zeon’s fit for duty/return to work process for employees returning from leave
• Assist the site Administrative Associate in navigating responsibilities
• Review, edit, and approve timecards
• Address attendance issues in accordance with company standards
• Monthly communication slides for plant
• Record retention

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or, in lieu of degree, 10 years of progressive HR experience, is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, performance management, and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and HR best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills; ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proven ability to foster relationships between management and staff.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.

Travel:

Less than 10%

Benefits:

Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.  

Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.