Human Resources Generalist

Gildan Activewear Inc

  • Salisbury, NC
  • 4 days ago

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    Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with plant leadership and employees to coordinate human resources actions and address any employee issues (transfers, hiring, compensation increases, promotions and employee concerns). Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with leadership and employees to carry out key human resources initiatives, communicate important information and address any employee concerns.

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    LocationSalisbury, NC

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    Human Resources Generalist - 52946 | Gildan

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    Who we are

    Job Summary: Responsible for Human Resources related duties at the professional level including recruiting, employee relations, training, policy administration, compensation, HRIS entry, benefits, employee communication and safety administration.

    • Manages the consistent administration of human resources policies and practices.
    • Responsible for recruitment, interviewing and selection of hourly positions for assigned facility
    • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with plant leadership and employees to coordinate human resources actions and address any employee issues (transfers, hiring, compensation increases, promotions and employee concerns).
    • Conducts exit interviews, analyzes data and makes recommendations to HR Manager/Management team for corrective action and continuous improvement
    • Communicates Human Resources information in shift meetings
    • Ensures that the administration of compensation and benefits programs at the location are in line with corporate programs.
    • First point of contact for employee questions and employee relations issues for assigned facility.
    • Assists in conducting new hire orientation
    • Maintains Safety training data for assigned facility
    • Maintains HRIS and Time and Attendance system data for assigned facility
    • Ensures that employee records are accurate and complete.
    • Supports goals and objectives of the HR Department on a corporate, regional, and local level
    • Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards.
    • Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

    Requirements:

    • 2-3 years of Human Resources experience
    • HRIS, time and attendance and payroll system experience preferred
    • Bachelor's degree preferred.
    • Peoplesoft and ADP experience preferred
    • Manufacturing experience preferred.
    • Spanish language skills preferred
    • Able to prioritize and multi-task multiple priorities, activities and deadlines
    • Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
    • Able to work with employees at all levels
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Self-starter and able to work independently
    • Able to work positively and productively in a fast-paced environment

    Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan, Hanes, Comfort Colors, American Apparel, ALLPRO, GOLDTOE, Peds, Bali, Playtex, Maidenform, Bonds, as well as Champion which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

    Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan''s long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

    The opportunity

    Acts as a business partner to management in carrying out Human Resources related duties and serves as a resource to employees. This opportunity is based in our Sales Marketing and Distribution Team.

    The role

    • Manages the consistent administration of human resources policies and practices to ensure fair and equitable treatment.
    • Oversees employee lifecycle for assigned facility, including hourly hiring, onboarding, exit interviews and out-processing procedures.
    • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with leadership and employees to carry out key human resources initiatives, communicate important information and address any employee concerns.
    • Conducts investigations to effectively resolve employee grievances and administers any necessary coaching and corrective action.
    • Plans and executes required corporate training and engagement activities for global and sector alignment.
    • Maintains data integrity in personnel files and HRIS system.
    • Coordinates programs and events to foster a culture of employee recognition and appreciation.
    • Ensures that employee records are accurate, complete and legally compliant.
    • Supports goals and objectives of the HR Department on a corporate, regional and local level.
    • Leads metrics tracking and corporate reporting needs for assigned action
    • Manages human resources projects to meet annual department goals and objectives.
    • Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards while carrying out all responsibilities
    • Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

    The requirements

    • University Degree
    • 5-9 Years relevant experience
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
    • Experience in utilizing and maintaining a full functional integrated HRIS system (Oracle platform preferred)
    • Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
    • Self-starter and able to work independently
    • Ability to work in a team-based environment
    • Ability to demonstrate flexibility to changing work priorities
    • Very strong attention to detail and organizational skills
    • Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, receive information from various sources, and understand safety warnings
    • Vision is required in order to read instructions, interpret data, and formulate metrics

    What's in it for you?

    • Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
    • Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
    • From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
    • Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
    • Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

    We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

    We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

    Find your fit with us

    We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

    #FindYourFit at Gildan and tailor the future of your own career.

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    • Company

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    • Our business

    • Our story

    • Vision, mission, and values

    • Leadership

    • Back

    • Management

    • Board of directors

    • Governance

    • Back

    • Annual general meeting resources

    • Ethics and compliance

    • Manufacturing process

    • Back

    • Vertical integration

    • Yarn-spinning

    • Textiles

    • Sewing

    • Distribution

    • Our factories

    • Brands

    • Back

    • Gildan

    • Hanes

    • Comfort Colors

    • American Apparel

    • Bali

    • Maidenform

    • Playtex

    • GOLDTOE

    • ALLPRO

    • Peds

    • Investors

    • Back

    • Why invest

    • Stock information

    • Back

    • Share price and charts

    • Dividend information

    • Stock splits

    • Analyst coverage

    • Reports and filings

    • Back

    • Reports

    • Regulatory filings

    • Supplemental info

    • Events and presentations

    • Responsibility

    • Back

    • Our Next Generation Sustainability strategy

    • Our sustainability journey

    • Recognitions and partnerships

    • Respect for the environment

    • Back

    • Environmental stewardship

    • Climate change and energy

    • Water management

    • Circularity

    • Biodiversity

    • Respect for people

    • Back

    • Human rights

    • Back

    • Ethical labour practices

    • Supply chain and contractor standards

    • Right to freedom of association and collective bargaining

    • Modern slavery

    • Living wage

    • Human capital management

    • Back

    • Learning and development

    • Inclusion and belonging

    • Employee well-being

    • Global health and safety

    • Community engagement

    • Respect for transparency

    • Back

    • Reports and disclosures

    • Codes, policies, and approaches

    • Media

    • Back

    • News

    • Media resources

    • Careers

    • Back

    • Open positions

    • Discover where we work

    • Life at Gildan

    • Inclusion and belonging

    • Summer internship program

    • Contact

    • Gildan and HanesBrands homepage

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