Global. Collaborative. Innovative. That’s who we are. Yanfeng is an exciting, fast-paced environment where you will be challenged every day and have opportunities to push yourself to expand your skill set and grow both personally and professionally. We are the global leader in automotive interiors and we're redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from now. We design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers and our company is in full growth mode. We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team in Riverside, Missouri.

The HR Generalist We Need:

Highly Motivated | Energetic Self-Starter | Outside of the Box Thinker | Innovative Problem Solver | Champion of Culture | Excellent Communicator | Team Player | Ability to work in a Fast Paced Environment | Change Leader

Why Choose Yanfeng:

Positive Team Culture | Competitive Salary ($60,000 - $80,000) with Bonus Opportunities | Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance effective on Day One | 401k with company match at 100% on the first 6% of employee contributions (immediate vesting on company match) | Paid Vacation and Company Holidays | Employee Discount Programs on vehicle purchases as well as other industries

The HR Generalist is responsible for providing Human Resource related duties on a professional level while working closely with management in supporting all Riverside plant operations. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, training, recruiting & onboarding, policy implementation and employment law compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day administration, communication and interpretation of HR policies and programs
• Serves as point of contact for HR inquiries from employees and provides quality customer service during all inquiries/requests
• Conducts investigations as needed for employee relations concerns, complaints and policy violations, escalating when necessary
• Assist with identifying, coordinating and evaluating necessary training and employee involvement activities that support plant success metrics
• Maintains confidentiality on employee-related issues while notifying only those in a need-to-know capacity
• Monitors the performance evaluation process and tracks as necessary
• Works with Talent Acquisition team on recruitment efforts for all exempt and nonexempt personnel; ensures job descriptions are updated to attract best talent; process offer letters
• Partners with staffing agencies to identify and bring in temporary employees
• Conducts new employee orientations; monitors career pathing program for skilled trades
• Assists in the evaluation of reports, decisions and results of the department in relation to established goals; recommends new approaches, policies & procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed
• Maintains HRIS database (includes processing new hires, pay changes, promotions, transfers, employee data changes, & terminations) and compiles reports from database
• Administer and manager FMLA and other company Leaves of Absences
• Monitor employee eligibility for benefit plans and assist with annual open enrolment communications and election process
• Other duties / tasks as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field OR the equivalent experience
• HRCI or SHRM certification preferred
• 5 years human resources experience, preferably supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related state and federal laws / regulations
• Strong people skills with the ability to accurately communicate to co-workers and management across all departments, functions and nationalities
• Strong Problem solving and Analytical skills
• Ability to make sound business decisions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office as well as various HRIS and ATS systems
• Able to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to process sensitive information, maintain confidentiality and meet given deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail, thoroughness and follow-through

Yanfeng is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Yanfeng is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.