HR Generalist

HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST IN LAKE OSWEGO, OREGON
Andrews Cooper is an engineering services firm in the Pacific Northwest specializing in highly complex technology development within ambiguous environments. We collaborate with our clients to improve speed to market with AC’s engineering teams in Research & Development, Product Development, Hardware Testing, and Manufacturing Automation. 
We live by our Core Values with every client engagement: 

• Help Each Other Win - We value winning as a team over personal recognition. We go out of our way to help a teammate and the team be successful. 
• Own It - We don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. We recognize opportunities to make things better, and when we encounter obstacles, we join forces to overcome them. 
• Be Cool - We are self-aware, keep a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and keep our composure under pressure. 

We seek like-minded people who want to grow with us and build their careers on these principles. If you have high aspirations, thrive on challenges, enjoy dynamic projects, and want to build enduring relationships, please connect with us.
This person will be responsible for leading HR best practices. You will work with a small flexible HR team that believes in doing what’s right for employees versus what is strictly compliant. The team environment is fun, lighthearted, and hard-working. Work will be a combination of remote and in-person work. Someone with a sense of humor, self-motivation, good judgment, and emotional intelligence will best fit this role. 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field – HR preferred
• 3+ years of human resources experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Up to 20% travel may be required between locations
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification in PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-state compliance.
• International compliance experience is a bonus.
• Experience creating annual compliance reports.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations and current HR practices.
• Assist with PEO management and insurance audits.
• Knowledge of Non-disclosure and Proprietary Information and Invention Agreements.
• Experience managing annual health care renewal negotiations and open enrollment period.
• Maintains employee benefits.
• Able to maintain and update terminations and performance evaluations.
• Focused on a customer service mindset in their approach to work. 
• Collaborate with leadership to plan and carry out employee engagement activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain employee data in our HRIS systems (Current Platforms: ADP WorkforceNow, Absorb, & Trakstar).
• Manage compliance and produce compliance reporting, including but not limited to EEOC, OSHA, and 401k.
• Manage benefits and open enrollment.
• Develop and maintain relationships across the organization to positively influence culture.
• Create and maintain job descriptions for all positions.
• Conducting onboarding and exit processes.
• Provide legal guidance and interpret policies and practices.
• Assist in immigration processing.
• Coordinate company events. 
• Answer employee questions as needed. 
• Ad Hoc duties and responsibilities as needed.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with top-tier compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Competitive wages with incentive compensation
• Flexible work hours and remote work is available
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401k Retirement savings with an automatic 3% contribution
• Collaborating with a varied team of A-players from many disciplines
• Growth potential with an established engineering company with nearly 20 years of design excellence
• Long-term relationships and enduring partnerships
• Supportive, fun, and collaborative environment
• Andrews Cooper is an equal-opportunity employer

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $85,000-$125,000