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People & Culture Associate – Danville, VA (Danville, US, 00000) contract
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Job Title: People & Culture Associate
Location: Danville, Virginia
Reporting to: People & Culture Business Partner
Contract Type: Permanent
People & Culture Associate
Position:
As a People & Culture (P&C) Associate at JTI Leaf Services(US) LLC, you will have the chance to contribute to our world-class human resources team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us in Danville, Virginia, and play a key role in shaping our exceptional company culture. If you have a passion for recruitment, onboarding, learning & development, and a proven track record in these areas, then this role is a great fit for you!
Responsibilities:
Recruitment of Blue-Collar Employees
- Create compelling job postings that clearly outline the required skills and qualifications to attract top talent.
- Use different channels and sourcing strategies to actively search for suitable candidates.
- Screen candidates to ensure they meet the role’s requirements and generate a shortlist for further interviews.
- Communicate with candidates throughout the recruitment process, scheduling interviews and providing updates and feedback.
Additionally:
- Establish and nurture connections with local trade schools and community organizations to foster a consistent pool of potential candidates.
Onboarding & Offboarding
Onboarding Process:
- Develop and update our comprehensive onboarding program to ensure new hires have a flawless and welcoming experience.
- Coordinate the delivery of welcome kits to new hires.
- Partner with new hires and functional leads to provide a thorough business induction.
- Foster a welcoming environment by organizing regular celebrations for new hires.
Engagement and Support:
- Engage with new hires to ensure they receive all necessary information and support during their onboarding journey.
Onboarding and Offboarding Technical and Administrative Processes:
- Collaborate with our Global Business Support (GBS) team to initiate new hire paperwork, conduct background checks, and complete e-verify.
- Collect and file all required acknowledgment letters.
- Ensure timely and accurate notifications/announcements about employees joining or leaving the company are issued by GBS.
- Manage the organization and upkeep of employee records to ensure that information is well-structured and meets all applicable regulations and policies.
- Perform employment verification upon request.
Learning & Development
Program Selection and Implementation:
- Assist in selecting appropriate learning and development programs for employees based on their professional needs and development plans.
- Implement training programs, coordinating with external trainers or subject matter experts.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs to ensure they align with our ambitious organizational goals.
Training Administration:
- Administer training activities, scheduling sessions and providing guidance to employees and line managers.
- Track learning and development plans and progress, coordinating submissions for global programs.
P&C Admin
Communications:
- Collaborate with the Corporate Affairs & Communications team to deliver effective P&C communications through workplace platforms and emails.
- Prepare and share regular P&C updates, such as new hires, promotions, birthdays, and legislative updates.
Vendor Administration:
- Work closely with the finance team to manage P&C vendors, including creating purchase requests and ensuring timely payments.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/HR or equivalent experience.
- Professional qualification in HR is advantageous.
- 2-3 years of experience in recruitment and learning & development roles, preferably within a corporate environment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring accuracy in all aspects of recruitment and training processes.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with candidates, employees, and external partners.
- Analytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Fluent in English.
What We Offer:
At JTI Leaf Services(US) LLC, we value our employees and offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and responsibility. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Annual Performance-based Bonus
- Annual Merit Increase
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Voluntary benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid family leave benefit
- 401k Plan Company Contributions
- Life Insurance
- Disability Assistance
- Tuition Assistance
Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.