Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Sr. Human Resources Generalist to join Kohler supporting the Operations and Supply Chain division.  The Sr. HR Generalist will serve as a key liaison between the HR department and the KBA Supply Chain, Production Planning and EHS Teams. This position involves developing and implementing HR initiatives and programs that align with the division’s goals and objectives, ensuring a positive workplace culture, and fostering employee engagement and development. The Sr. HR Generalist will help with the implementation of strategic initiatives in support of the Director of Human Resources for KBA Supply Chain, Production Planning and EHS and will have assigned groups.
Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies to attract top talent.Work with Recruiting to coordinate and execute recruitment efforts for ANE and exempt-level positions.Own the requisition submission process and follow-up with Recruiting and hiring managers on approvals and tracking.Work with department leaders to design effective, interactive onboarding and integration plans for ANE and exempt-level staff.
Employee Relations
Investigate and address attendance and performance-related concerns of all ANE and exempt associates with department leadership for assigned groups; escalate to the of Director of Human Resources for KBA Supply Chain, Production Planning and EHS, as necessary.Escalate complex employee relations matters, including but not limited to harassment, bullying, discrimination, retaliation, and violence to the Employee Relations Manager and/or Security for investigation.Support conflict resolution and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policy.Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
HR Compliance & Recordkeeping
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.Assist with audits and reporting requirements.
Training & Development
Coordinate training programs for safety, compliance, and skill development with HR Leadership and Learning & Development.Capture attendance at all training and related events.Supports HR Leadership & Operational leadership development initiatives.Ensures that Talent Cards are completed for all Exempt and ANE associates within the groups that they support; assists with closing competency gaps.Support succession planning initiatives to ensure a pipeline of talent for key positions.
Safety & Wellness
Partners with EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) to promote workplace safety and minimize recordables.
Performance Management
Ensures the completion of all performance reviews (MaxP’s) by all associates in their assigned groups; provides updates to the Director of Human Resources for KBNA Supply Chain, Production Planning and EHS as required.Leads calibration sessions as requested by HR Leadership. Guides managers on performance-related issues and attendance issues.
Employee Engagement
Encourages and communicates the importance of the annual GLINT Employee Engagement Survey to all associates.Works with department leadership on the development and implementation of action plans.Runs and analyzes reports from Workhuman on employee recognition that has been issued, including providing trends and total costs. Monitors trends in each focus area of the survey.Assists with the administration of any Pulse Survey administered.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Utilize HR metrics and analytics to drive decision-making and identify trends related to employee engagement, turnover, and performance.Utilization of Power BI and Visier to analyze employment-related trends and/or metrics and provide recommendations.