Human Resources Administrator Recruiting, Employee Relations & Payroll Support Ennis, TX

Barbeque Wood Flavors LLC, a subsidiary of Duraflame, Inc., is part of a privately held organization known for trusted brands and high quality products; including America's selling fire log brand. Our Ennis, Texas operation plays an important role in supporting our manufacturing and distribution teams.

We are seeking an organized, employee-focused HR professional to support recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, employee relations, and HR programs. This role offers the opportunity to work across all areas of Human Resources while partnering with employees and leaders throughout the organization.

If you're looking for a position where you can make an impact, build relationships, and expand your HR expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Major Duties:

Recruit, screen and interview applicants; process new hire documents including entering into human resources system; provide orientation of new employees; and maintain personnel records.
Coordinate communication of human resources policies and ensure company-wide compliance; maintain and distribute policy manuals and employee handbooks; ensure compliance with all federal and state employment laws, DOT; maintain and monitor company bulletin boards for legally required notices and company announcements.
Monitor performance management system and follow up as necessary to ensure completion; review and file completed forms.
Write position summaries for approval of the executive committee; administer and maintain job evaluation system; conduct periodic labor market surveys; coordinate annual salary review.
Process health & welfare benefits enrollments: reconcile and process monthly eligibility payments; ensure COBRA letters and HIPPA certificates are issued by administrator; and assist employees in resolving problems with benefit coverage or claims.
Distribute 401(k) Plan documents, communicate 401(k) enrollment periods and investment information; enroll employees in the plan; process 401(k) distributions, rollovers, and loan documents; maintain employee census for 401(k) audits and discrimination testing.
Set up pre-employment physicals and drug screens. Arrange appointments for DOT random drug tests and physicals for DOT driver re-certification.
Provide various other human resources functions, such as exit interviews, arranging supervisory and management training programs, process salary increases, etc.
Administer the Drug & Alcohol Program in conjunction with the Distribution Manager.
Assist in the administration of leave of absence programs including FMLA, military leave, personal leave, and applicable state leaves; track leave usage and ensure accurate documentation and compliance.
Serve as a point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding leave questions, coordinating with corporate Human Resources.
Process weekly payroll using Paychex.

Education/Experience:

HS required, but some college is preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of practical human resources generalist experience.
Experience supporting payroll processes and working with payroll or HRIS systems preferred. Paychex experience is a plus.
Strong skills in the use of the Microsoft software (particularly Excel and Word).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations and conflict calmly and professionally.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.85 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:
HR Generalist: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
Ennis, TX (Required)

Work Location: In person