Human Resources Generalist Location: Fort Wayne, IN Level: Salary Division/Department: Administration/Human Resources Report to position: Director of Human Resources The HR Generalist is responsible for performing HR related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR management in supporting designated geographic regions and divisions. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations and retention, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, succession planning, recruitment/employment and employee law compliance. Travel to each assigned RSC a minimum of twice per year, attend Market as may be necessary to assist in training Responsibilities
Conducts recruitment effort for exempt and non-exempt personnel, temporary/seasonal/intern assignments; conducts new employee orientations; monitors career-pathing initiatives; and writes and places advertisements online.
Administers various human resource policies and procedures for all personnel across the entire company; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual.
Completes special projects by clarifying project objective; setting timelines and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information.
Coordinates with managers in assigned divisions to monitor and improve employee performance by identifying and clarifying issues through performance management measures (counseling actions, annual reviews, etc.).
Develops human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information; recommending courses of action.
Travels to assigned RSCs as necessary to communicate policies, benefits (healthcare, Fidelity, retirement, FMLA, ADA, etc.) and administer required training.
Compile wage information for the RSC locations to assist in setting the wage rates for the RSC locations each fiscal year.
Compile articles for monthly Family Newsletter.
Develop, assist and conduct quarterly Leaders’ Toolbox training for FW and RSC Managers. Facilitate annual LDI (leadership development) training sessions, and other training programs that are necessary for all managers.
Assist with planning of special events (company picnic, summer nights, etc.) and profit sharing/staff appreciation banquet – distribution of checks, service awards, etc. Work with Employee Board to plan and assist in monthly company employee activities.
Assist with community events such as United Way, Big Brothers Big Sisters campaigns, Study Connection, Dale Carnegie, etc.
Education and Experience
A bachelor’s degree in a communications-related, HR or equivalent field.
Previous HR experience in a warehouse environment, minimum of two (2) years, is desired.
Essential Skills and Abilities
Ability to manage a variety of projects from conception to completion; training, policies, procedures, audits, etc.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as being detail-oriented.
Must be a people person and able to coach employees, and managers, through a variety of situations.
Ability to multi-task.
Benefits available to you
Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision with a premium free plan available
Paid time off to foster work/life balance
Profit sharing
Bonus opportunity
Education reimbursement
Health club reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
About Do it Best
At Do it Best, we take pride in being the only U.S.–based, member-owned hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. Our philosophy is to serve thousands of member-owned locations in more than 50 countries by offering a full menu of exceptional merchandise and services, allowing member owners to be independent retailers to best serve their community’s needs with competitive pricing. Our success in reaching over $5 billion in annual sales stems from our mission to make the best better, and our goal to help our members grow and achieve their dreams.