HR Leader / Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking a knowledgeable and employee-focused HR professional with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field and 4+ years of progressive HR experience. The ideal candidate has expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, employee development, and workforce planning. They are a trusted advisor to leaders, skilled at coaching managers, handling employee issues, driving HR initiatives, and using HR systems and analytics to support business objectives. This individual thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about building a strong, engaged, and high-performing workforce.

What you will do

The Human Resource Leader is responsible for delivering on HR-related activities and works closely with the HR team and an assigned client group. This position implements and interprets HR policies, practices and programs in support of the organization and the workforce.

• Conducts the talent acquisition effort for all exempt and non-exempt positions, students and temporary employees; conducts onboarding and new hire orientation.
• Provides leadership to an assigned client group on all performance management activities, including training managers on the performance review process and the use of the system. Provides ongoing development and training opportunities to employees and leadership.
• Strategizes with client group leadership to anticipate and provide support for operational goals and needs. Handles Employee Relations inquiries and investigations by documenting and advising managers on the process and next steps. Responsible for helping leaders address employee performance issues. Advises management of workforce trends.
• Champion human resource practices and programs, with the overall objective of maintaining and nurturing a strong Loyalist-focused culture. Interprets and advises on HR policies and procedures.
• Advises on benefits as necessary and refers complex issues to benefits. Acts as employee advocate as necessary to aid in resolving issues. Presents open enrollment presentations as necessary and responds to employee questions.
• Completes offboarding process on all terminations. Items include exit interviews (voluntary terminations), coordinating final pay, closeout meeting with employees and managers.
• Assist in Labor Relations issues.
• Nurtures productive relationships within the HR team.
• Participates in HR projects as a lead or contributing team member.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings
• Supports Great Place to Work (GPTW) activities.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Provide backup support to other HR team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and abilities you will need

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and training plus four (4) or more years of HR experience with an emphasis on employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management and employee development.
• Strong computer skills (experience with HR systems - e.g. SAP, SuccessFactors, Ceridian/Dayforce). Highly proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Expertise in report writing and related analytics.

Who we are

GCC is a world-class company that produces, distributes and markets cement, ready-mixed concrete, aggregates, and innovative products related to the construction industries in Mexico and the United States. We take pride in being a market leader with a culture of innovation, high performance and safety. GCC offers a very competitive benefits program including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance plans, and a 401K.

You will love working here because

At GCC, employees are our most important resource. As a part of the GCC family, you'll be welcomed into a culture that promotes the company vision and internal career growth. Our company vision is to have our customers recognize us as a business partner that generates the most value for their construction projects. We're a sustainable growing company, a great place to work, and a solid investment for our shareholders. GCC is an enterprise with a global and sustainable approach. Our production is mainly devoted to the manufacture and sale of gray Portland cement, mortar, premixed concrete, concrete blocks, plaster, aggregates, and other construction materials. Join the family!

An Equal Opportunity Employer

GCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors

We hold each other accountable to live our core values of health and safety, attitude of service, integrity, teamwork, innovation and excellence. GCC employees demonstrate these values every day. An Equal Opportunity Employer GCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors, including skills, abilities and experience. Please click the links to view the federal compliance posters