Position Description:

This position is a HR Operations summer internship supporting the HR Business Partner, on-site at our Greenville, MS plant. The incumbent will support the plant’s USG HR Business Partner in all HR and Safety related activities.

Job Descriptions

· Plant Policies - Work with HR Business Partners to review, develop, and implement Plant Policies in accordance with state laws.

· Employee Relations – Assist in internal investigations and labor relations issues.

· Safety - Work with HR Business Partner to coordinate safety training, safety audits and model programs in accordance with the Injury/Illness Prevention Plan. Assist with injury and accident reporting and case management.

· Daily Activities – Shadow HR Business Partner including attending meetings, completing activities together, receiving informal training on day-to-day processes, consulting with directors/managers as needed, etc.

· Hiring/Recruiting -

o Coordinate the hiring process for all hourly production positions including posting positions, processing offers and pre-employment screening and conducting on-boarding.

o Sit in on and coordinate interviews for plant job openings

o Attend recruiting events; as necessary

o Ensure that there is a description for all positions on the organization charts

o Review job descriptions for completeness and accuracy

Other Projects - Complete other impromptu projects as they happen – may include research, developing proposals, gaining approval, conducting impromptu training, etc.

Qualifications

· Working toward an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

· Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.

· Strong leadership and communication (verbal and written) skills.

· Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

· Detail oriented, organized and ability to multitask/prioritize on various projects.

· Must be a team player.

· Some travel will be required.

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran