Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.  Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients.  Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America’s aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement.   We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, and flexible work options for most positions. 

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a ‘full service’ provider.

For more information visit our website at www.kearfott.com                                                                                                   

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team in Pine Brook, NJ.  As a Human Resources Generalist, you will be responsible for providing administrative and functional support in various areas of Human Resources including but not limited to: employee relations, benefits administration, training and development, EEO/AAP administration, and special projects.  This position requires frequent contact with personnel inside and outside the company requiring reasonable tact, discretion, self-expression, and a working knowledge of policies, and procedures. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implements human resources services, employment processing, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management and employee relations.
• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all organization personnel.
• Provide support with employee relations issues and gather information for investigations.
• Supports and participates in the delivery of annual activities such as performance appraisals, promotions, and salary review process
• Assists with employee engagement activities
• Assists with benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment and communicating benefits information to employees.
• Takes an active role in understanding the business and employee issues company wide.
• Assist with administration of the company’s worker’s compensation and wellness programs.
• Delivers a high level of service to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Able to constructively handle and respond to conflict. Knows how to identify the “right” problem to work on.
• Must be able to work in an collaborative team environment. Must be able to effectively apply lessons learned to new situations.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality concerning employee information and company records.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond quickly and creatively to change and shifting, sometimes competing priorities
• Flexibility and good judgement
• Effective conflict management skills
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office package.
• BA/BS required, Business Administration or Human Resource Management preferred.
• 2 plus years HR generalist experience highly desired.
• Must have general knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
• PHR/ SHRM-CP preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US, visa sponsorship not available.

Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or intend to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by date of hire, or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation to this vaccination requirement.  Hired candidates who are not vaccinated by date of hire and who have not been approved for a legally required medical or religious accommodation will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, subject to applicable law. 

Kearfott is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to considering all applicants for employment without bias to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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