Job Description

Global Trade Marketing dba Ziglift Material Handling is one of the nation’s leading independent Storage Solutions companies. Ziglift has five branch locations in four states (CA, AZ, MS, TX) that specializes in providing innovative and cost-effective storage solutions for our customers. We have an immediate opening for a HR Generalist that will support day-to-day operations for all Human Resources related responsibilities.

THE OBJECTIVES OF THIS KEY ROLE ARE:

· Assist in developing, implementation and management personnel procedures and policies, and provides strategy guidance for business operations

· Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies & procedures as required

· Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs

· Suggest new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency of the HR department and organization as a whole, and to improve employee experience, including updating the Employee Handbooks as required

Human Resource Generalist duties include but are not limited to:

· Prepare, schedule, and facilitate smooth new hire onboarding process, including entering data into PayChex completely & accurately and coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience

· Performs recruiting duties for all open positions and liaisons with temporary agencies as necessary; including creation of job advertisement, interviewing and presenting qualified candidates for senior management’s review & approval

· Provide an effective HR advisory service to all employees in relation to absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievance matters, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters

· Acts as a liaison for employee programs and benefits (e.g. health, 401(k), performance management, incentives, etc.). Responsible for the annual open enrollment including working with our benefits broker

· Process payroll: bi-weekly (Hourly) and semi-monthly (Salaried) payments, updates to employee files, bonus / incentive pay, tracking vacation / sick & other pay, validating hourly employee timecards, and benefit changes

· Review, update and communicate the employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart

· Prepare Job Descriptions and pay ranges for all positions

· Work directly with our external consultants: Insurance Broker to effectively manage our Workers Comp Claims and Financial Advisor for our 401(k) plan

· Plan the company’s annual social events – picnic, Thanksgiving, Christmas and other employee recognition events.

· Supports all sites (Santa Fe Springs CA Headquarters, Rialto CA, Surprise AZ, Southaven MS, Dallas, TX) and all employee & management levels in the company

· Ensure required training is completed annually or as needed

· Manage Workers Comp and safety situations

· Perform routine reporting functions as needed to support the business.

· Recommends and administers corrective action plans; ensures forms are completed per policy and in compliance with all applicable laws.

EXPERIENCE

· Minimum 3 years of experience in Human Resources with progressive duties around employee relations, recruiting, benefits, payroll, compensation, and training required

· Knowledge of California HR law required, and multi-state experience is required

· Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness

· Resourceful, problem-solving aptitude and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies

· Prior Construction, Distribution or Warehousing Experience is a Plus

· Knowledge and implementation of Safety programs is a plus

REQUIREMENTS

· Bilingual, fluent in Spanish

· Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or a related field

· Additional HR training or Certifications are a plus

· Prior experience with a 3rd Party Payroll System (PayChex or ADP) is required

· The ability to multi-task, work independently and prioritized in a fast passed environment

· Proficient with MS Office MS Word & Excel are required, QuickBooks is preferred

Company Description

Since our founding in 2002, Ziglift has been providing fully integrated warehouse storage solutions to our customers across the nation. Through high volume purchasing and procured distribution channels, our extensive catalog of equipment and material handling solutions continues to grow. As one of the leading buyers of new & used racking, our large inventory allows us to offer exceptionally lower lead times and our volume pricing makes it even more affordable to get the storage system that is right for you. Headquartered in Southern California, Ziglift is one of the fastest growing material handling companies in the nation. In 2002, Ziglift opened its first office in Cerritos, CA selling pallet jacks and used racking. Throughout the next decade, Ziglift established its reputation as a leader in exemplary service, product offerings, and competitive pricing. With a clear mission to provide the most economic and optimized storage solutions, Ziglift rapidly established a loyal network of customers, dealers, and vendors, enabling a surge of growth which allowed it to scale up the product lines and services offered. In 2014, Ziglift moved its headquarters to it’s current location in Santa Fe Springs, CA. In 2018, for the very first time Ziglift expanded out of state to its brand new office and warehouse in Surprise, AZ. After another very successful year, Ziglift opened a new location in Olive Branch, MS serving as a key distribution center in the Mid-South Territory. Towards the end of 2020, Ziglift relocated its Olive Branch office only a couple of miles away to a brand new office and warehouse in the city of Southaven, MS. With a total of 4 locations and additional storage yards, Ziglift has over 20 acres of capacity housing the largest inventory of new and used material in the U.S. Through our exponential but strategic growth, we are able to serve and support our customers' warehouses across the continent. Specializing in pallet racking, our inventory includes both new and used shelving and pallet racking solutions from top manufacturers such as Interlake Mecalux, Frazier, Advance, and many more. When you are looking for quality choices in new or used warehouse racking, Ziglift is your one-stop shop for selection and value. In addition to our diverse inventory of new and used warehouse shelving and racking, we also carry a large variety of additional warehouse equipment and supplies, all at the best value. Our vast product offerings include bulk storage shelving, boltless shelving, conveyor equipment, pallet jacks, used forklifts and order pickers, workbenches, ladders, carts and dollies, storage bins, and many more. Ziglift is proud to be your source for turn-key storage solutions. From inception of the project, to design, engineering, permitting, installation, and the final sign off, our team has you covered. Ziglift is here to provide your business with the right equipment and most optimal material handling solutions at an unbeatable value, highlighted by the exceptional level of service that Ziglift is known for.