Job Description

ABOUT WOOD-MIZER:

Wood-Mizer the is the largest manufacturer of portal sawmills around the globe, with over 100,000 mills sold in over 100 countries. Wood-Mizer offers a complete line of narrowband portable and industrial sawmills, wideband sawmilling equipment, resaws, edgers, kilns, molders/planers, firewood processing equipment, pallet recycling equipment, material handling equipment, bandsaw blades, and blade maintenance equipment for forestry and timber professionals throughout the world.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES:

Wood-Mizer is committed to customer and employee success, putting compassion and faith at the forefront of the operation, and committing themselves to providing high-quality equipment that makes a positive difference in people’s lives. Wood-Mizer is a 100% employee-owned company and believes that every mill owner is an extension of our Wood-Mizer family – a philosophy that makes our customers and employee-owners feel right at home.

WHAT TO EXPECT FOR WOOD-MIZER:

Wood-Mizer believes that an investment in our employees is an investment in our future. Therefore, we offer a variety of benefits to make sure that employees are healthy and happy so we can grow, learn, and innovate together.

• EQUITY: Wood-Mizer's Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) ensures that as the company grows, that growth, wealth, and ownership are shared by the entire Wood-Mizer family.
• RETIREMENT: We understand that your future is important, which is why we are proud to offer two distinct retirement benefits (ESOP and 401K).
• COMPETITIVE WAGES: We offer competitive wages with a generous discretionary monthly bonus.
• PAID TIME OFF: We understand the importance of a healthy life/work balance. We offer paid vacation time, paid holidays, paid time off for a wedding, birth of a child, placement of a child, as well as an adoption assistance plan.
• HEALTH INSURANCE: Wood-Mizer offers competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, as well as life and disability insurance.
• WORKPLACE GIVING PROGRAMS: Wood-Mizer is dedicated to serving our community both locally and worldwide.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Your career is important to us at Wood-Mizer. We offer a generous tuition reimbursement program so you can further your skillset and have a promote-from-within culture because we want to share in your success.
• ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: From company-wide celebrations, holiday parties, and company outings, to chats around the complimentary coffee stations, free fruit, and discounted markets, Wood-Mizer believes that, for us, work can be a socially enriching experience.
• ANNUAL ALLOWANCES: We offer an annual allowance on branded clothing, safety boots, safety glasses and gym memberships.
• REWARD/RECOGNITION: From gift cards celebrating your birthday and work anniversary, access to discounted shipping rates, and a referral rewards program, Wood-Mizer finds ways to make small gestures add up to meaningful moments.

For more details about what Wood-Mizer has to offer, please visit our career page at: https://woodmizer.com/us/About-Us/Careers

SUMMARY OF ROLE YOU ARE APPLYING FOR:

As a Human Resource Generalist at Wood-Mizer, you will assist in the daily functions and administration of employment policies and procedures of Wood-Mizer including, but not limited to hiring, employee relations, compensation, benefits, leave and legal compliance.

THIS POSITION WILL BE MAINLY ONSITE AT OUR MANUFACTURING FACILITY LOCATED IN BATESVILLE, IN.

HOW YOU WILL SPEND YOUR TIME:

Every day brings a new challenge at Wood-Mizer. Here are some ways you will be spending your time for each role:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employment eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

THINGS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO HAVE:

Below are some requirements for this specific role:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one year of human resource management experience preferred.
• Human Resource certification a plus but not required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems (ADP Workforce Now).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• Willing to travel to Indianapolis often for meetings with corporate Human Resource department.

If you are looking for a career, and not just a job, apply today and learn how Wood-Mizer employees are making a difference around the world and right here in Indiana.

Wood-Mizer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.