HR Generalist II (60533)

At Core Health & Fitness, our purpose is to live and share our passion for fitness. We bring innovative health and fitness solutions to the global market with brands like StairMaster, Schwinn, Nautilus, Star Trac, Throwdown, Wexer, Gym Rax, Core Fit Collective and we’re still growing. We press into the future of fitness to ensure the creation of quality products and programming that meet the needs of an ever-evolving industry.

At Core we are committed to building an energetic, diverse, and inclusive workspace. We value our differences and see community strength in diversity and representation. We’re always on the lookout for innovators, dreamers and doers who are passionate about fitness and wellbeing. We explore all opportunities to improve ourselves, our business partners, and our communities. If you’re looking for a fulfilling career in helping people, find the best version of themselves, you’ve come to the right place.

We are looking for an HR Generalist II to join our growing organization!

General Position Summary

The HR Generalist II provides support to all employees and management through effective communication and administration across all functions of the assigned business unit(s). Under the direction of the Sr. HR Manager, the HR Generalist II is responsible for supporting a wide range of human resources functions including recruiting, employee/labor relations, onboarding/offboarding, compliance, compensation, benefits, training, safety administration, HRIS maintenance, and general HR operations.  May conduct pre-employment screening interviews, check references, respond to routine questions on HR policy, employee development, policy interpretation, compiles statistics for various HR management reports and legal compliance. 

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities

• Build strong business partner relationships with management; develop a strong understanding of their global business, their goals, and challenges; anticipate, assess and help to address employee relations and systemic issues. 
• Promote a harmonious working environment to build effective relationships and partner with employees in various HR related topics such as benefits, leaves, policies etc. and resolve issues and problems. 
• Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and employment laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FMLA, etc. and assist with leaves of absences.
• Assist with safety administration including, but not limited to: conducting accident investigations, administering return to work programs, managing Worker's compensation claims, TCIR calculations, Osha Logs and annual filing, etc.
• Assist with recruiting efforts as needed but not limited to; prepare job postings, place recruitment ads, screen applicants and resumes, conduct candidate interviews and reference checks, and provide hiring managers with best qualified candidates. 
• Assist with onboarding new hires but not limited to: orientation, I9 compliance with E-Verify, processing Concur and ensuring documents needed for each hire are complete for onboarding.  Assist with offboarding as needed.
• Assist for compliance with but not limited to: the EEO-1 filing, CA Pay Data Filing, Driver’s List, Quarterly DMV checks for randoms from the Driving List, Harassment mandatory training as required by state, etc.
• Assist with reporting as needed but not limited to: Monthly Turnover, Monthly TCIR, etc.
• Assist as needed in evaluating tools, processes, and programs to support talent assessment, development, and succession planning.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and/or assist in assigned training activities within assigned business unit (i.e. onboarding, orientation programs, compliance training, and leadership performance).
• Assist as needed, but not limited to: employee recognition programs, i.e.: birthday and anniversary cards, swag, Awards, etc.
• Assist in implementing process improvements considering system capabilities and business needs.
• Serve as the first point of contact for routine employee relations inquiries, escalating complex matters to the appropriate HR staff.
• Maintain integrity of employee data in personnel files and in other database systems (i.e. Paycom). Ensure strict confidentiality of all wage and payroll data.
• Prepare internal employee communications when needed regarding benefits, payroll or policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed as a support of day-to-day HR operations.

Specific Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal human resource related laws and requirements required.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven commitment to accuracy, consistency, integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and successfully build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to deliver results with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Organized and extremely detail oriented.
• Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 - 4 years’ experience in HR Generalist or HR Coordinator role.
• Hands-on experience in multiple HR functions including recruiting, employee relations, onboarding and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Minimum 1 - 2 years working knowledge with Paycom or other payroll/HRIS systems required.
• Associates degree in HR, Business or related field preferred.

Job Specific Competencies 

• Self-Development - Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up to date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities.
• Integrity/Ethics - Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, conveys good news and bad.
• Quality - Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
• Communication - Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, shares information with others, has good listening skills.

Working Conditions 

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

• Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling and moving items - The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Requires the ability to move around and maneuver products when necessary. Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds
• Walking and Standing - Requires moving around
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions: work performed in an office environment. Involves frequent interaction with internal and external customers.

Position Status 

Level:                    Staff

FLSA:                    Non-Exempt 

Supervises:           N/A

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the employee might differ from those outlined in the above job description and other duties as assigned, might be part of the role. It does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned nor is it considered a contract of employment overriding at-will employment.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Core Health& Fitness is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status, or Vietnam-era veteran status. If you are a person with a disability and you need assistance in applying for a position with Core Health & Fitness, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected] and direct assistance will be provided.