HR Generalist

Overview

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider for hyperscaler and enterprise clients. We leverage a nationwide footprint (and international partner network) combined with proprietary software to enable efficient end-to-end IT asset disposition with a focus on data-bearing devices from the client to the cloud. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with additional operations near Sacramento, Dallas, and Boston. Sprout provides software and services to clients in the form of our IT Asset Disposition, Certified Destruction, and Responsible Recycling solutions.

Since our founding as an electronic waste startup from a Duke University dorm room in 2014, we have been expanding at an average rate of >66% each year. By adhering to our 3 values (One Sprout, Deliver Excellence, and Integrity Matters), we are proud of our culture to move at #SproutSpeed to become the emerging leader in our industry. For more information, please visit: www.sproutup.com. 

The Human Resource department leads on the development of strategies to ensure our staff are aligned and engaged with our aims and objectives, and they have the skills to maximize the impact they make.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Sr. Manager of People Operations, the Human Resources (HR) Generalist will administer a wide variety of both complex and routine HR functions including administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assists the department in carrying out various human resource programs and procedures for all company employees.
• Performs HR customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions.
• Supports processes related to new hires, terminations, position changes, promotions, and other changes in employment status.
• Leads new-hire orientation and onboarding, including completion of I-9s, tax forms, direct deposit setup, and other required documentation.
• Sets up new employees in the time clock system, including entering badge IDs, and trains employees on time clock use.
• Explains company policies and procedures to new and current employees.
• Supports HR events and employee engagement activities.
• Serves as a point of contact for general HR questions.
• Assists in administering benefits plans, including open enrollment, changes, and leaves. Processes required documents through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper payroll deductions.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.

• Assists with the preparation of the performance review process.
• Files documents into appropriate employee files in SharePoint.
• Collaborates and provides leadership guidance on employee behavior and conflict resolution.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• At least 2-3 years of related experience working in an HR environment or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing /warehouse environment preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Sharepoint or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management
systems. Paychex, Trakstar (Miratech), preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective organization and time management skills.
• Sound judgment and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working understanding human resource principles, practices and procedures.
• Highly agile individual with proven ability to adapt in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• High attention to detail.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• 100% Onsite — this role does not support remote or hybrid work
• Onsite conditioned office environment/ non-air-conditioned warehouse

EEO – Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry,