HR Generalist (1691)

• Title:HR Generalist

• Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

• Location:Mesa, AZ

• Employment Type:Full time

Group Company:

• Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. The company has locations in 20 countries and more than 2,800 employees. Its specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. The company is continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. The Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Group is well prepared to further expand its market leadership position.

Supporting the vision of our holding company, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation (MCHC) (http://www.mitsubishichem-hd.co.jp/english/index.html) , Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is committed to the realization of KAITEKI, “a sustainable condition which is comfortable for people, society and the Earth”. To realize this vision, the MCHC Group engages in corporate activities that provide products, technologies and services based on the comprehensive capabilities of the Group in the Performance Products Domain, Industrial Materials Domain and Health Care Domain, with chemistry as the basis of our activities. We jointly express and promote our commitment under the corporate brand THE KAITEKI COMPANY.

Job Purpose

In partnership with the Human Resources Manager lead all human resources functions for the location in a manner which efficiently meets the needs of the business as well as those of the site employees. Achieve an understanding of the business strategy, goals, and objectives and provide HR-related insights to support business needs. The HR Generalist will lead and support the execution of a variety of HR activities such as employee relations, communication, talent management and talent acquisition. This role will work to ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, policies, standards, procedures, and mandates across the Americas Region.

Principal Accountabilities

• Deliver human resource services around compensation, benefits, performance management, policies, compliance, employee relations and employee development.

• Consult with management team to provide day-to-day HR guidance (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) and identify new HR strategies as needed.

• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop HR solutions, programs, and policies.

• Manage and resolves employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations. Manage the discipline and termination processes to ensure all are administered in a manner which is fair, ethical and satisfies applicable laws as well as site and corporate policy.

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Review and maintain a pay plan for wage employees by recommending pay structure and/or revisions.

• Partner with Talent Management to support and drive workforce and succession planning, performance management, and employee development needs

• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and outside staffing agencies to ensure the timely hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with department managers to understand skills and competencies required for the openings.

• Conduct new employee onboarding including orientation to foster positive attitude toward organization’s objectives.

• Manage progress of new employees during their first year through 30, 60,90-day check-up process.

• Manage discipline and termination processes to ensure all are administered in a manner which is fair, ethical and satisfies applicable laws as well as site and corporate policy.

• Interface with pertinent MCG counterparts as required to aid implementation of corporate directives and projects.

• Become and stay familiar with personnel policies and procedures system to provide current, relevant guidance to supervision and employees on a variety of site issues.

• Become and stay familiar with relevant local, state, and federal laws.

• Direct performance management program to fairly and accurately document employee performance, used in making compensation and employment decisions.

• Develop and maintain good employee communications/relations to promote positive teamwork attitudes and overall company loyalty.

• Recommend and manage incentive programs to motivate and retain employees.

• Direct preparation & revision of job descriptions for all positions and conduct analysis to determine and maintain appropriate salary level internally and externally.

• Administrator of FMLA, Unemployment and other processes as needed.

• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• Position requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.

• 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources field.

• SHRM Certification a plus.

• Efficient at multi-tasking, working independently, staying organized and following-up on tasks to completion.

• Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working partnerships within the organization across all levels at local site.

• Strategic partner, able to bring innovative and “out of the box” ideas.

• Must be able to work independently.

• Must demonstrate attention to detail.

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Word required.

• Experience with ADP and Workday a plus.

• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred

• Tri-lingual in English, Spanish and Vietnamese a plus

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The salary is starting $73,000+. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

• Competitive Benefits

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

EEO Statement

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.