Human Resources Generalist

TAT Piedmont is part of a multi-site, global aerospace company dedicated to our customer experience of exceeding expectations. We are the leading APU leasing and repair station for key commercial and military aircraft solutions with over 50 years of experience in the industry.

We have an ambitious and fast-growing environment that believes in the power of team collaboration with the deep-rooted belief that there is no substitution to personal relationships and interactions. We offer a flexible work environment enabling talented individuals to fulfill their development goals through drive, energy, and passion for the customer.

We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist who is dedicated to both internal and external customers alike. If you are someone who likes to lead from the side and bolster the employee experience for the betterment of the team and company - we are looking for you!

Responsibilities:

• The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with other members of the HR team supporting all employees
• This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: recruiting, employee relations, labor relations, leaves of absence management, systems maintenance, training, goal setting/performance management, policy implementation, and employment law compliance
• Administration, tracking and communication of leaves of absence, in conjunction with vendor, working closely with employees and managers
• Lead and manage interactive process for FMLA, STD, WC, and ADA cases
• Provides coaching and guidance to front-line leaders and employees on routine employee relations matters including employee development, performance feedback, attendance disciplinary actions, and benefits
• Assists in completion of improvement projects as directed and may be designated to lead projects within the competency level of the role
• Conduct employee meetings to ensure smooth onboarding and retention
• Help organize training & development initiatives to assist with retention
• Back up to the HR Director as a mediator, counselor, disputes between employees and their supervisors and managers, using care and judgment to ensure fairness and equity throughout the counseling process
• Will manage first level investigations when required
• Assist with focus groups, roundtable meetings, surveys, and other activities to gather data on employee relations matters and activities
• Assists with preparation and presentation of HR training sessions for employees and supervisors on topics such as wage & hour laws, anti-harassment, and other company initiatives
• Maintain compliant I-9 forms and ensure E-Verify requests are completed in compliance with regulations
• Assist with benefits enrollment and conduct annual open enrollments meetings for all employees
• Assists with other Human Resources duties as needed or for back-up

Requirements

• 3+ years of human resources experience; or a combination of appropriate education combined with human resources with recruiting/talent acquisition exposure.
• Working knowledge of Federal and state labor laws and ability to understand company policies and procedures.
• Excellent and responsive customer service focus
• Strong attention to detail with ability to analyze data.
• Resourceful with a problem-solving aptitude to resolve issues.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and ability to perform effectively in a fast-faced environment.
• High level of skill in handling sensitive and confidential situations/information with the demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work with employees at all levels of an organization.
• Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues, and to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with company standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, or government laws.
• Strong knowledge and experience with MS Office with intermediate Excel skills

Benefits

Piedmont Aviation Component Services, a subsidiary of TAT Technologies, is dedicated to providing an inclusive, fun, and unique workplace. We believe in acknowledging and appreciating the value of our team members. One way we value our team is by providing a comprehensive and expansive benefits offering to include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K with company matching, Paid STD & LTD, accidental coverages, EAP, and more. Insurance carriers vary based on location.