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EJ has an immediate opening for a Human Resources Specialist.

Generous Benefit Package that includes:

Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program

About EJ : We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Specialist will support global HR functions by ensuring compliance with labor laws and policies, managing confidential employee transactions, developing and analyzing HR metrics for strategic decision-making, lead and/or assist with global HR projects, and fostering employee development and succession planning. The position will provide direct support for the global HR team, as needed, under the direction of the Vice President, Human Resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

+ Compliance & Risk Management:Maintains global policies, labor laws, and regulations. Ensures global documents, such as Code of Conduct, Non-Competes and Policies are compliant.

+ Employee Transactions:Assist with employment demands such as hiring, compensation/benefits, negotiations, and employee relations. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all transactions.

+ HR Metrics:Collaborate with HR Analyst and HR leadership to develop and analyze HR data. Craft action plans to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and informed decision-making for regional and global programs.

+ Project Management:Lead or assist with global HR projects, including Sustainability, Acquisitions, and HCM Integration.

+ Employee Development: Support employee performance and development programs for all EJ Group employees, collaborate on and manage succession planning.

+ Provide support to Global HR Personnel as directed by VP, HR.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

+ Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

+ Desired:Masters Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or Business Administration (with emphasis in HR)

+ Experience:5-15 years, with international experience a plus

+ Certifications:PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with HCM program(s), data analytics.

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

+ Interpersonal Skills and Interpersonal Savvy - Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect, while inspiring and fostering team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust.

+ Creativity and Innovation Able to think creatively to find new ways of addressing key issues and opportunities.

+ Cross Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness Ability to recognize and understand the differences and similarities between various cultures. The ability to acknowledge and respect the diverse ways in which people live, work, communicate, and interact.

+ Communication Ability to communication for clarity, direction and collaboration.

+ Resilience/Perseverance - Deals effectively with pressure and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

TRAVEL

Some overnight travel is required. Possible international travel.

EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.