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Powell Industries, Inc. Human Resources Generalist in Houston, Texas

Job Summary:

A Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing various HR functions within an organization. They handle employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, training and development, policy implementation, and HR compliance. They serve as a point of contact for employees and provide support to both management and staff in all HR-related matters. Posted position does not allow for sponsorship or relocation support.

Supervision: NONE

Essential Responsibilities:

General Human Resources

  • Works closely with front-line leaders to take shared responsibility for the effective implementation and communication of business initiatives (e.g., business climate setting, succession planning, performance management, reward systems, and talent management) in order to facilitate accomplishment of organizational objectives.

  • Helps supervisors and managers become more effective and independent managers and leaders of people.

  • Ensures integrity of company values, policies and procedures.

  • Interprets labor law and determines impact on human resources policies and procedures.

  • Consults with HR Manager as needed.

Talent Management

  • Understands the staffing and recruiting needs of the organization.

  • Supports the development of staffing plans and recruiting strategies.

  • Leads initiatives to protect retention of valued employees.

  • Coaches managers on the hiring and retention challenges as needed.

  • Acts as liaison with employment agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with 6 years of HR experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Developed expertise in more than one people systems, i.e., staffing, compensation and performance management is essential, as well as demonstrated knowledge of the principles, theories and concepts of Human Resources

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with an HRIS; Oracle preferred, but not required.

• Experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment, preferred.

Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Demonstrated experience successfully managing projects is desired.

• Proactive, confident, high energy and an HR subject matter expert with proven ability to influence others.

• Personal integrity and credibility is a must.

• Knowledge of HR systems, policies and practices is essential.

• Advanced proficiency with computer skills using MS Office.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

• Ability to take leadership and drive continuous improvement.

• Ability to partner with all levels of the organization.

• Must be able to multi-task and have good organizational skills.

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, demanding environment.

Working & Environmental Conditions:

· Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.

· This position is expected to travel approximately 5-10% and must be able to travel with short notice and/or for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements

· Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs

· Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner

· Standing, walking, and speaking for long periods of time.

· Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force up to 20 lbs.

· Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.

· Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips.

More Information:

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!

Powered by Innovation - Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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