Part-Time) Human Resources Generalist

Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is seeking a part-time Human Resources Generalist in our Billerica, MA office. The human resource generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the President and the HR team at the holding company.

• Perform a variety of payroll duties necessary for processing semi-monthly payrolls for multiple states, including entering required data to update employee time and attendance information. Transmit data to an outside processing agency;
  Review and verify the accuracy of returned payroll reports. Generate various payroll reports. Currently, we are using ADP Vantage.
• Primary employee benefits administrator for medical, dental, COBRA, workers' compensation, disability, FMLA, & life insurance, and 401(k) plans; maintains a strong knowledge of all plans and performs all compliance-related recordkeeping functions and reconciliation of monthly invoices.
• Maximize use of HR systems and maintain confidential and employment-related data; develop data reports and metrics on various HR issues. Coordinate and update HR postings for all employees.
• Assist the President and Corporate HR in developing communications, education, and information strategies that maximize employee understanding of HR policies, programs, services, and culture, and act as a catalyst for continuous improvement. Responding to and resolving employee relations issues and concerns as needed.
• Respond to employee questions and/or concerns. Provide information in an accurate and timely manner. Refer the more complex and/or sensitive situations to the Manager for resolution.
• Manage the implementation and development of the in-house employee training system that addresses the company's training needs, including wellness, health, and safety.
• Staffing and recruiting, including the development of a pool of diverse, qualified candidates for exempt and non-exempt positions, conduct interviews, reference checks, and background screenings. Coordinate requests and tracking to make sure staffing needs are met in a timely manner.
• Manage the complete new hire onboarding and off-boarding orientation process for employees. Explain policies, procedures, and benefits, and coordinate processes with Managers and follow up for post-hire evaluations. Coordinate and input training data into files and systems. Track and follow up for missing information.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to employment in all areas of HR.
• Assist and/or administer a variety of support duties, including backing up other department members; office clerical duties, responding to HR issues; audits, generating monthly and ad-hoc reports as required; arrangements for various company events and functions; verifying employment inquiries according to established policy and coordination of wellness activities, etc.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or equivalent field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible working experience in a Human Resources Generalist function.
• Assisting with processing multi-state payrolls.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
  Familiarity with Japanese corporate culture.
• Strong knowledge of human resources practices, policies, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• High competency with payroll/HR systems software, database management, and other record-keeping systems, and excellent computer skills in the Microsoft environment (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access).
• High level of energy, self-motivation, and proactive, who can work both independently and collaboratively, and thrives in a fast-paced and diverse environment.
• High degree of customer service orientation, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Continuous Improvement mindset with an aptitude for problem-solving and deadline management.
• Ability to interact with team members and leadership from all levels of the organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Hands-on with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with ADP Vantage is a plus.
• SHRM-CP certification a plus.
• Ability to communicate (speak, read, and write) in Japanese at a business level is a plus.

The base salary range for this position is $25 to $35 per hour.

Compensation may vary depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's…