Job Description

Are you a caring, organized, energetic, optimistic, reliable, team player with great interpersonal skills? COME WORK WITH US while we help build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize their full potential.

Position: Human Resources Generalist – Full Time

****Location: Westfield, MA

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

****Summary:

• The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Human Resources team in supporting all locations. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, leave of absence, employee relations, performance management, onboarding, safety, and compliance.

Essential Duties

• Is a consultant to the Chief People Officer, leadership team, and employees on HR related issues.
• Is a change agent and employee champion, continually assessing and anticipating HR-related needs.
• Formulates partnerships across the HR functions to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
• Takes an active role in developing new concepts, according to Viability’s and employee’s needs, promoting high customer satisfaction.
• Schedules, prepares, and facilitates New Employee Orientation.
• Consults on HR topics while demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the business and its strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred; Associates Degree in Business Administration/Human Resources or High School Diploma and 2-4 years of relevant HR experience required.

• Ability to maintain focus on quality while keeping a strong sense of urgency.

• Demonstrated proficiency in data entry utilizing software, to include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, ADP, and email essential.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree required (Degree in HR or relevant field preferred) and a minimum of 3 years working in a HR environment. HR Generalist experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills required; ability to communicate with associates at all levels of the organization
• Strong, proven customer focus and service
• Expert knowledge of MS Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Previous experience with HR systems, preferably UKG and/or Workday, a plus
• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be a proactive problem solver and be able to work independently
• Strong project management skills
• Must be an independent and creative thinker
• Must embrace flexibility and be comfortable with change
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently to meet ongoing commitments and to achieve larger goals

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $60,000 USD - $85,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts, we invite you to voluntarily share your gender, ethnicity, and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.