About this role
Inside the Role
Help support the people behind our aftermarket parts operations. As an HR Generalist, you’ll provide hands-on HR support at Daimler Truck North America’s Bridgeport Distribution Center in Swedesboro, New Jersey, while also supporting additional sites. The distribution center supplies aftermarket parts to DTNA’s dealer and distribution network. In this role, you’ll support employees and leaders across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and compliance in a fast-paced operational environment.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday | Schedule must support a 2-shift operation
Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000.00 - $91,000.00 USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTNA
Employee Support & Relations
- Answer employee HR questions, connect employees with resources, and address concerns during daily huddles and meetings.
- Support HR management with employee relations concerns and internal investigations.
- Prepare separation notices and related documentation for hourly employees.
- Help develop site-level HR policies.
Recruiting & Onboarding
- Administer full-cycle recruiting for shop/warehouse roles and support salaried recruiting.
- Help new hires complete Workday tasks, obtain badges, and submit required information in accordance with state requirements.
- Plan and facilitate new employee orientation covering company policies, benefits, and required training.
HR Operations & Compliance
- Process weekly payroll and quarterly gainshare payments.
- Administer leaves of absence for shop floor employees.
- Partner with Safety on injury and workers’ compensation claims.
- Coordinate the contractor workforce program.
- Keep HR systems, timekeeping data, and employee records accurate and current.
- Support compliance with HR laws, affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements, and government reporting obligations.
- Travel occasionally and support other HR needs as assigned.
Benefits, Training & Engagement
- Serve as a liaison between employees and Corporate Benefits on insurance, retirement, time-off, and employee assistance programs.
- Coordinate required employee training and communicate updates.
- Organize employee surveys, workplace events, and community activities, including flu shots and blood drives.
- Participate in or facilitate employee committee, supervisor best-practice, and evaluation meetings.
- Help implement company programs and initiatives.
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 2-4 years of human resources experience, is required.
- Strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of HR policies and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
- Ability to assess information, apply sound judgment, and resolve problems.
- Proficient to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Basic proficiency with AI-enabled workplace tools and technologies.
- Commitment to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
- A continuous-learning mindset and adaptability to changing business needs and technologies.
- An attached resume is required.
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
- Experience with Workday and Kronos/Workforce Management.
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Swedesboro, NJ US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Schedule Type:
Onsite
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
- EEO - Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.