HR Generalist

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, expanders, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquid hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include aerospace engines, carbon capture, fueling stations, geothermal power, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, specialty gases, virtual pipelines, and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

 

This position is based at Nikkiso, located in Subang Jaya, Malaysia.

 

Job Overview

Reporting to the General Manager for the Malaysia Product Company and to this Vice President Human Resources of Nikkiso Applied Technologies, the Human Resources Generalist will run the daily functions of the HR department including recruiting and hiring staff, administering new hire orientation and onboarding, payroll, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Maintains compliance with government and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Assists Safety Professional with scheduling trainings and collecting/tracking completed assignments
• Processes required paperwork for employee transfers, changes in job classification, salary increases, and other related employment matters.
• Assists with the preparation of the performance review process.
• Assists with recruitment and interview process. Tracks status of candidates in HRIS and responds with follow-up emails as needed at the end of the recruiting process.
• Performs audits on HR processes and documents, including but not limited to, hiring, termination of service, and payroll administration, when required.
• Conducts new hire orientation and onboarding and assists with administration of employee recognition programs.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Works in with the finance team for the administration of the payroll system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• At least three years related experience required. Five plus years preferred.

• Proficiency in ADP WFN is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strict confidentiality a must
• Required to accept work assignments from multiple managers and work areas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed.  An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

 

Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop computers and photocopiers.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Requires ability to use a computer, type on keypad, and answer phones.

 

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.