Human Resources Generalist

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Bennettsville, (South Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Human Resources Generalist. This job is full-time permanent.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Generalist role will be to provide HR expertise and assistance in support of the policies, strategies, and direction for the Marlboro Mill.  More specifically, this role will provide support for a wide variety of human resources activities including processing bi-weekly payroll, leave of absence management, recruiting, employee relations, organizational change management, employee onboarding and training, compensation and benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly hourly payroll / ensure proper pay practices
• Assist with Leave of Absence Programs and provide guidance to employees and management
• Support the Human Resources Manager with employee relations functions, including but not limited to policy interpretation, facilitating actions to resolve employee issues, and escalating issues to appropriate management team

• Assist with recruitment process, hiring efforts, and onboarding
• Assist with training initiatives and recordkeeping, including the development and execution of New Hire Orientation

• Proactively build relationships with employees at all levels within the Mill
• Support Mill’s team-based Work Design System

• Assist in development and maintenance of employee recognition programs

• Organize, compile, and maintain personnel records and HR process / policy documentation (paper and electronic files)
• Maintain confidential / sensitive information

Qualifications/Professional Experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting (preferred)
• Ability to work effectively both independently, collaboratively, and cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills and timely decision-making ability

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Self-sufficient, results-oriented with a commitment to quality, service, and customer satisfaction

• Proficient planning and organization skills

• Advanced proficiencies in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint); knowledge in Outlook preferred

• Attention to detail

• Open-minded and outside of the box thinker
• Demonstrated commitment to work within and create a safe and healthy work environment

Critical Competencies for Success

• High degree of collaboration
• Ability to prioritize time and multi-task
• Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbally) with employees at all levels within the organization as well as external to Domtar
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work tasks performed
• Maintain confidentiality

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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