People Operations Generalist at Evapco, Inc.

Evapco, Inc., an employee owned company, is currently seeking a People Operations Generalist for our 300+ employee manufacturing sites located in Lake View, IA.  

Position Summary

The People Operations Generalist serves as a trusted advisor and business partner with the Shop Leadership Team in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of HR plans to support business goals while maintaining a strong employee ownership culture. This role will coach and advise all levels of employees, so they are fully capable and accountable to own, improve and accelerate business results and culture.

 Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and implementation of HR programs, particularly in the areas of employee engagement, employee development, wellness, recruiting/selection and training.
• Continuously optimize our work environment to ensure a safe, engaged and productive employee base.
• Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment that facilitates positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement.
• Provides education and assistance to supervisors regarding timekeeping questions, including various forms of employee leave (vacation, FMLA, short term disability, etc.). 
• Leads the recruitment process by sourcing candidates, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, assisting at onsite and offsite hiring events or career fairs, and managing offer letters.
• Supervise the coordination and facilitation of new employee onboarding, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
• Help organize employee events and recognition programs to foster a positive company culture.

Position Requirements

• Experience in recruitment/selection, positive employee relations, employee engagement, and learning/development. 
• Ability to balance the needs of employees with the needs of the business 
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or related studies. 
• 2+ years HR Generalist experience. Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.  

Personal Attributes

• Ability to coach others and demonstrate genuine care for people, and the company’s culture.  
• Must have an execution-oriented mentality.
• Interpersonal skills to build rapport with management and employees and influence others. 
• Serve as an approachable role model. 
• A collaborative leader, who is easy to work with. An open and honest communicator with good interpersonal skills. 
• The ability to build strong relationships with all employees and is culturally adept, credible, authentic, and a trustworthy leader who can motivate team members to achieve goals. 
• Engages and cares for others, starting with safety.
• Demonstrates high learning agility and continually strives to learn, grow and improve. 
• Grows from failures and celebrates success.

Summary of Pay & Benefits

• Salary range consists of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance 
• Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
• Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year 
• Pretax Savings & Investment Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Pay
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
• Sick Leave 
• Long Term Disability