Human Resources Generalist

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

Position Overview:

Responsible for the administration of plant human resources activities for all hourly, non-exempt positions, including: recruiting, interviewing, hiring, administering employee benefit programs, conducting employee orientations, maintaining personnel records, and serving as payroll administrator. 

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan, organize and direct administration of Employee Relations activities/services such as service awards, picnics, newsletters, charitable works, and recognition activities.
• Monthly headcount and gainshare report; quarterly Kronos user reports (security review for access permissions)
• Writes job postings and classified advertisements.  Develop applicant pools, screen and interview applicants, conduct reference and background investigations.
• Administer job posting procedures and selection of employees for promotion within the plant to ensure fairness and equity.
• Maintain training records.
• Recruits, interviews, conducts reference investigations, and recommends candidates for hourly, non-exempt positions at the plant level. Follows all company procedures and guidelines for selection of hourly paid job vacancies.
• Conducts orientation for new employees regarding company policies and procedures, benefit programs, and plant rules to ensure full understanding of the conditions and benefits for employees. 
• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required paperwork and documentation required by the company or governmental agencies.
• Maintains all hourly personnel files in an organized, accurate, and up-to-date manner. This includes self-audits of all files, records, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with all legal requirements and includes the responsibility to collect, record, and file information necessary for implementation of an effective Affirmative Action Plan.
• Administers benefits programs by working with the Corporate Benefits area to resolve benefits problems. Conducts benefit communication programs and assists with annual and new hire benefits enrollment.
• Monitors and maintains accurate information in Kronos Time Collection system and Attendance Tracker. Monitors and maintains employee attendance records through Kronos system to ensure that absenteeism is kept at the lowest possible level and assists managers in taking corrective action as required, ensuring consistency with the Attendance Policy.
• Ensures hourly employee reviews are completed in a timely manner.
• Acts as backup for administrative staff within the department in absence of personnel.
• Maintains close contact with all employees to maintain an accurate sense of employee morale and attitudes. 
• Investigates employee suggestions and complaints through fact-finding methods and provides managers with guidance toward resolution of the complaint or disposition of the suggestion. Maintains confidentiality in sensitive matters.
• Assists Human Resources Manager with other duties and tasks as required, including employee relations activities and services.
• Stays abreast of current developments in employee relations and/or legal requirements through readings, professional associations, and seminars.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organization Leadership or Psychology and at least 2 years of experience in Human Resources
• OR satisfactory combination of skills and education
• Two years administrative experience to include demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. 
• Good organizational/time management skills and efficient use of computer software is essential.
• Decision making skills, along with ability to understand pertinent laws, are critical.
• Travel 5-10%

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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