Job Description

Job Requirements
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.

Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!
Job Responsibilities:Perform all supporting elements of the HR function in the South African plant. Creation and maintenance of employee contracts, variations of contracts, confirmation letters relating to HR Policy like maternity or special leave, maintenance of files and all associated employee documentation; Management of the complete employee life cycle; Management of the recruitment life cycle; Involvement with all employee relations, at all levels of complexity; Liaison with payroll for all change records and management of employee HRIS data records to ensure accuracy and consistency with payroll records and contract specifications; Coordination and administration of the Pay Review, Benefits Review or Change processes as required; Support HSE training events and advise on ad-hoc training requirements Hold the Plant Management team accountable for their role in employee record keeping and policy adherence as well as advising all managers on how best to attract, develop and retain high performing talent. Provide feedback on quality problems and solutions. Ensure adherence to Quality systems: IATF 16949 + ISO 9000 Take full responsibility for the Company Assets in the absence of Senior Management. Monitor plant overtime weekly with Production and Executive Manager and find solutions to ensure overtime is reduced. Liaise with Financial Manager to ensure monthly salary spent are within budget Perform other related duties as assigned by Management. Help Plant Manager to comply with environmental policies and procedures of the company and inform of them of any situation or condition that could have an Environmental impact. Collaborate with the HR team on various Global and Business Unit projects and initiatives to improve HR functions and employee engagement.


Qualifications:1-2 years experience with Human Resources activities (required); Payroll administration experience and degree in HR or related field (preferred) Strong understanding of HR principles, labor laws, and regulations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to HR challenges. Interest in expanding HR scope beyond plant by participating in global HR projects

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people - ALL PEOPLE - breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran's status, or any other protected class.