An international manufacturer of automotive interior components is seeking a motivated English/Spanish Bilingual HR Specialist to join their facility in the Memphis, TN area. The ideal candidate is capable of speaking English and Spanish at a professional level and will have at least 5 years of experience with conflict resolution and internal investigations, and is familiar with FMLA Law, Employee Relations, and matters of Reasonable Accommodation. This is a direct-hire, on-site position, and offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) matching. English/Spanish Bilingual HR Specialist Responsibilities: Adherence to company compliance policies, guidelines, and proceduresTake leadership on conducting workplace investigations into matters of discipline/grievances and provide recommendations on prescriptive actionsParticipate in regular Gemba walks to assess workplace performance, productivity levels, and opportunities for improvementLead conflict resolution efforts, including mediation in workplace disputes, corrective actions, etc.General Human Resources duties including training, coaching, terminations, exit interviews, etc.Aid in the negotiations of service contractsManage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefitsMaintain and update employee records in company databases and reporting when requiredAssist with new hire orientation for full-time employees and provide orientationsSupervise workers compensation claims and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reporting requirementsAssist in planning and coordination of social activitiesUtilize HRIS system to track and update all associate information as neededOther duties as needed English/Spanish Bilingual HR Specialist Qualifications: Business-level English/Spanish bilingual speaking ability is requiredMinimum four years' experience with Human Resources duties, focused on conflict resolution, workplace investigations, employee relationsFour-year Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other relevant field, or combination of two-year degree with comparable work experienceAbility to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, in a multicultural work environmentAbility to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and adapt well to pressureHR Certifications in PHR or SPHR preferredPositive attitude with a strong attention to detailThis position is in a manufacturing/office work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk, and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Direct applicants only. We do not accept any resumes from any third-party organizations or other recruiters. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions/Renaissance Resources Inc. has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for more than 20 years. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food, Logistics, Manufacturing and Oil & Gas industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of You to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant with criminal background / Social Security verification. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable time frame, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.