HR Generalist

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cryogenic Services (NCS) is the dedicated service arm of Nikkiso’s Clean Energy & Industrial Gases. We have long been recognized as the leading service provider for cryogenic equipment and in addition to Nikkiso products, offer a wide variety of services for pumps and turbo expanders manufactured by other companies. All our services are designed to improve the safety of our products and to support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. Through our global service facilities, we provide innovative Aftermarket solutions to the industrial gas and air separation industries, enhanced oil recovery operations, marine, and clean energy, and alternative fuels projects.

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Global HR Business Partner (HRBP), the Human Resources Generalist will work with all Service Centers to drive and assist with HR programs and processes. They will handle human resources matters from talent acquisition to offboarding.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Track status of background investigations, escalate any issues to the HRBP, and send new hire paperwork to applicants.
• Conduct new hire orientation , review and disposition onboarding paperwork, and track and ensure all requisite training is completed.
• Help implement, track, and drive the completion of a wide variety of training, quality, and other programs.
• Assist with the performance review process and employee recognition programs.
• Process bi-weekly timekeeping reports for payroll for the Irvine, California location.
• Perform routine tasks, including the completion, processing, and filing of various forms, required to administer and execute HR programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leaves; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance; productivity, recognition, and morale; quality, and occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Participate in or handle employee investigations, disciplinary meetings, and terminations.
• Process required paperwork for employee transfers, changes in job classification, salary increases, and other related employment matters.
• Perform research and audits on HR processes and documents as needed.
• Complete special projects, such as updating job descriptions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of Human Resources experience with at least one year of human resource management experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP a plus.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of a full spectrum of HR process and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with customer focus.
• Initiative and results driven.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, One Note and One Drive is preferred.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, type, and write.
• Reach with hands and arms, bend, stand on a stool or climb, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Use standard office equipment such as computers, smart phones, printers, photocopiers, etc.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lift files and open desk drawers and filing cabinets.

The pay range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000 annually.

AAP/EEO StatementNikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.