Human Resources Generalist

• Pratt Industries - a sustainable packaging company – is looking for an entry
• level HR Generalist ready to work closely with the HR manager to support the
• human resources initiatives for the Beloit, Wisconsin Corrugator.

Why choose Pratt?

• Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of

hire

• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave
• Our Culture
• Growth/Development – we believe strongly in investing in our talented

people as we know that their success means our collective success.

• Collaborative environment – we thrive on collaboration and are excited to

welcome you to the team.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit - each of our facilities operates independently,

• allowing the local leadership and team to propose and implement
• site-specific changes.

SUMMARY

• Support the Human Resource Manager in the day-to-day HR operations for the
• Beloit Corrugator, including recruiting, employee relations, payroll, and
• personnel record-keeping, and additional duties as assigned by management.

Core Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition: Assist with full-cycle talent acquisition from recruiting to
• onboarding and exits, including posting job openings, screening candidates,
• coordinating interviews, conducting new hire orientation and exit interviews,
• all in accordance with established processes, policies, and systems.

• Records and Administration: Maintain accurate records, including I9s and
• personnel files, and assist with attendance administration (attendance tracking,
• attendance documentation, facilitation of the attendance policy), and audits to
• ensure accurate workforce records.

• Payroll: Administer timekeeping and biweekly payroll processing with support and
• guidance from the HRM and Payroll Analyst.

• Employee Relations: Assist with employee relations investigations, including
• hotline reports, support timely resolution of workplace concerns, and support a
• positive company culture.

• Benefits: Assist with administration of employee benefits including medical,
• dental, vision, STD, LTD, FMLA, vacation, and other paid leave programs.

• Compliance and Safety: Ensure operations follow local, state and federal laws,
• as well as company policies, and promote workplace safety.

Education and/or Experience

• 1+ years of experience within the field of Human Resources, payroll, or a

related field.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field preferred;

equivalent relevant work experience may be considered in place of a degree.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Experience in manufacturing within HR or related field preferred.
• Knowledge and application of employment laws and regulations preferred.

Leadership Attributes

• Superior time management; balance multiple commitments in a fast-paced

environment.

• High emotional intelligence and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong employee relations skills, such as active listening.
• Demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous

improvement.

• Professional appearance to support his/her role in the human resources

department.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret policies & procedures. Ability to write routine

• reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers
• and employees. Bi-lingual English and Spanish is a plus.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.

Technical Skills

• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and

PowerPoint).

• Preferred knowledge of HR laws and regulations.
• Preferred candidates will have experience with ADP or other HRIS’s.

Physical Demands

• Employee is regularly required to walk, talk, hear, sit and stand. Vision
• requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
• vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to, while
• on the manufacturing floor, wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical
• parts, and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment
• can be, at times, loud.

Qualifications

• Pratt is America’s 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s
• largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than
• 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and
• sustainability. Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since
• then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in
• more than 27 states.