Sr. Spc, HRBP - Military Veterans

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

We are seeking HR Generalist to serve as a key member of the facility's leadership team. This position will support local and global HR programs and coordinate, track and measure related results. The incumbent serves as a business partner to multiple levels of the organizational hierarchy and ensures that objectives are achieved within a fast-paced environment in which the handling of multiple tasks simultaneously is the expected norm.

Essential Functions

• Serves as subject-matter expert for all HR functionals areas with particular emphasis on employee relations, compensation, employee engagement, and performance management
• Identifies and implements improvements to core HR functions using a continuous-improvement mindset
• Establishes, maintains, and controls personnel records, files, and organizational charts.
• Serves as project manager for local and global HR programs as appropriate. Tracks milestones, regularly reports status, and ensures objectives are achieved and delivered on time. Drives performance-appraisal, merit-increase, and other core HR processes across the site population
• Maintains site HR calendar and leads related communications for specific HR programs such as annual enrollment
• Conducts new hire orientation and prepares related paperwork and onboarding materials for both regular and temporary employees
• Serves as the first point-of-contact and acts as liaison to new and existing employees in explaining human resources policies, procedures, laws, and standards
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience human resources functions
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in managing complex projects
• Familiarity with HR principles and best practices and can be trusted with confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly while displaying a keen eye for detail. High degree of comfort with workplace change and ambiguity
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills, coupled with demonstrated ability to build positive professional relationships and provide a high level of customer service
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Models WestRock's core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability and holds others to the same standards
• Proven ability to be resourceful and drive projects and programs autonomously, with limited oversight

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.