• Human Resource Business Partner

    IKO (Chester, SC)


    IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

    Job Description

    Role: Human Resource Business Partner

     

    Job Summary: Reporting to plant HR leadership, the successful candidate will provide daily operational HR support to site employees, leadership, and HR management. This includes data collection and maintenance, communication distribution, payroll support, hourly recruitment, on-site training, and policy and benefits administration.

     

    Please click here to learn more about IKO - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=\_xT7ShzEAhI

     

    Benefits• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)• Dental Insurance• Vision Insurance• Life Insurance• Health Spending Account• Employee Support and Mental Wellness• Short term disability• 401k Match• Paid vacation• Floating days• Employee Assistance Program• Employee Engagement Events• Awards and Recognition• Tuition Reimbursement• Service Awards• Employee Perks & Discounts

     

    Job Responsibilities• Assist HR leadership in HR communications, program and policy rollout, and tracking training and compliance requirements• Manage daily employee inquiries, prepare official correspondence, and address questions concerning compensation, benefits, policies, and other employment-related matters• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations• Support the implementation of HR policies and ensure adherence through consistent interpretation and enforcement of established procedures• Coordinate the recruitment process for hourly positions, including interviewing and facilitating the hiring of qualified candidates; collaborate closely with departmental managers to assess required skills and competencies• Conduct or coordinate background checks, drug screenings, and employee eligibility verifications• Conduct thorough new employee orientations to facilitate a seamless onboarding process• Partner effectively with Payroll, Benefits Team, and Managers/Supervisors to oversee leave of absence and return-to-work procedures, ensuring compliance and preparing necessary documentation• Actively contribute to and participate in Group HR projects as required• Assist in organizing and executing engagement and wellness initiatives, recognition events, and company social events and activities• Maintain strict confidentiality of HRIS data and employee records• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisory staff

     

    Qualifications• HR diploma or certificate• Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR administration• Minimum 1 year of hands-on payroll support experience• Experience in a manufacturing unionized environment preferred• Familiarity with local laws and regulations concerning employment standards, human rights, and health and safety• Proficiency in HRIS systems (preferably Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite• Manual dexterity and attention to detail• Fluent in verbal and written English• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions• Good communication skills• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis• Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces• Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift

     

    Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

     

    Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.