Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual - Spanish) - Stratford, CT

NSI Industries is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Electrical, HVAC, and Building Technology products used in commercial, industrial, and residential markets. We offer a culture that values compassion and kindness, servant leadership, clear opportunities for career advancement, and a commitment to making a difference. We also offer an excellent work environment and competitive benefits package to our employees.
We are seeking a proactive Human Resources Generalist (HRG) to assist the HR Manager and employees at our Connecticut locations in Stratford and Bristol. The HRG will handle various HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, training (such as ADP for time off and payroll issues), open enrollment for benefits, union liaison (when applicable), and employee relations. Additionally, the HRG will support corporate initiatives related to integration, new policies, and employee communications.
Responsibilities:

• This position serves as a point of contact for HR-related questions from managers and employees and is responsible for providing a high level of customer service
• Assists with the full life cycle of employees including onboarding (and offboarding) new hires including new employee orientation, explanation of benefits, 401k, company policies, practices & procedures
• Maintains accurate employee information in ADP by partnering with the Human Resources Service Center (HRSC) – including processing all status changes, new hires, terminations, leave of absences, worker’s comp
• Provides employee relations support
• Assists with annual HR initiatives including open enrollment, merit & performance review process
• Manages employee training on ADP (setting up account, scheduling time off, etc.)
• Acts as liaison with Union representatives regarding dues, invoicing, leaves, warnings, increases
• Work with the HRSC in the review of payroll, policy rollout, ADP training, LOA, and other initiatives.
• Performs other HR duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, management, or related field of study and/or combination of experience and experience
• 5-7 years’ experience in human resources
• Bilingual (Spanish) required
• Union experience and familiarity with Connecticut employment laws required
• Highly motivated generalist with experience successfully facilitating and supporting organizational change; broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, benefits administration, employee relations, safety, training, and office administration
• Must be accurate and efficient, high energy, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; willing and able to be ‘hands-on” in executing programs
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Superior interpersonal and coaching skills and ability to work well with staff at all levels
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and excellent organization skills
• Excellent analytical skills and good reasoning abilities and sound judgment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications