Summary
As the Human Resources Generalist within our Blue Arc™ division, you will play a critical role in progressing the Human Resources function and initiatives at our Plymouth, MI facility in the areas of recruitment and selection, benefits, compensation, and performance management.
You will also be involved with overseeing the plant's conflict resolution activity and making recommendations to respective leaders about paths to resolution. Your role as HR Generalist will involve rapid growth and the handling of many administrative tasks, such as entering employee data and assisting with onboarding plans.
In addition, you will be responsible for administering company compensation and benefits programs and investigating claims of policy or code of ethics violations. Learn more about The Shyft Group and Utilimaster by exploring the hyperlinks below.

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What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting with developing and administering company-wide HR policies, procedures, and practices
• Maintaining compliance with applicable legal requirements
• Responding to inquiries regarding the organization's processes, policies, procedures, and programs
• Collaborating with HR team members at other Shyft locations to support human resources projects and initiatives
• Coordinating the distribution and communication of HR projects including the Associate Handbook, 401(k) Plan, healthcare, and other employee benefits
• Resolving individual or team issues or conflicts through counseling team members and leaders
• Identifying potential employee-relations issues and making recommendations to respective leaders that will lead to a resolution
• Conducting thorough investigations about violation claims regarding company policies or the Code of Ethics
• Administering company compensation and benefits programs and facilitating the hiring process
• Managing short-term disability and FMLA leave requests and claims
• Partnering with Talent Acquisition to maintain job descriptions for the Kansas City location
• Managing HR-related systems, including HRRequest and Reviewsnap

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business
• 3+ years of related HR experience in manufacturing
• Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Track record of performing in a highly confidential environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• A reputation for having sound judgment and making timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
• A history of handling multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and effectively prioritizing and executing tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

What Makes You Stand Out

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• PHR, SPHR, or GPHR certifications

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About The Shyft Group
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) is North America's leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets.
The Shyft Group and our brands are as driven as our associates. Every person behind our badge is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Across eight go-to-market brands, in ten states and two countries, we have over 3,000 dedicated employees working as one to lead with innovation, ingenuity, and a dedication to quality craftsmanship.
The Shyft Group rebranded in 2020 to reflect a new focus on high-growth end markets to help ensure long-term profitable growth. Our name and renewed focus reflect the action, speed, and agility we offer the commercial vehicle industry through our growing roster of brands – Blue Arc™, Utilimaster®, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, and Builtmore.