PS Generalist - FFC

Experience operational excellence. Real investment in personal and professional development. And an ability to make real and beneficial change. The Distribution Centers at Ulta Beauty are a place where lived values meet next-generation advancements to create competitive advantage few can match.   If you want to learn in a supportive and ever-evolving environment. If you value managers who aren’t afraid to lead by rolling up their sleeves. If you seek stability, growth opportunities and the rewards that come with industry leadership, apply your talents and passions in ways that take us to even greater heights . THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE    The HR Generalist is part of the Distribution Center HR team responsible for strategizing and/or implementing comprehensive and integrated human resources solutions that proactively address all major HR areas; talent acquisition, exempt and non-exempt, organizational development, performance management, talent planning, career development, communication, leadership development, associate engagement and training. The duties of the HR Generalist center on achieving business objectives by identifying opportunities to solve business problems through broad and up-to-date knowledge of employment law, organizational behavior, change management, data analytics, best practices and company policy. Provides an open line of communication within the Distribution Center to ensure policies and corrective actions are followed properly, provides clarification and resolves issues by being a mediator.  Compiles and reports out HR data points to identify trends, both positive and negative, to ensure alignment towards HR goals and company strategic imperatives.   YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY: Respond to internal and external PS and payroll related inquiries or requests and provide assistance Responsible for the UKG timekeeping system, which includes all punch records for employees, approving all exception time with Manager confirmation. Complete all time keeping approvals such as manually entering: Leaving Early, Tardy, PTO, unexcused absences, Bereavement, etc. Complete payroll maintenance including, enrollment of new hires, merit increases, schedule changes/ org changes, etc. Determine eligibility for payroll discrepancy. Processing and requesting of immediate pay, such as pay cards Processing of manual adjustments, such as grievance payments or short pays from the following week Responsible for the entire recruitment lifecycle of filling open non-exempt positions, including advising on job descriptions/postings, compensation, sourcing, screening, interviewing, extending offers Conduct timely and thorough investigations to include associate complaints, concerns, claims of harassment and claims of discrimination. Coaches & guides business leaders on navigating these issues. Review and make recommendations on levels and construction of corrective actions. Escalates the legal and complex investigations to PSM. Make recommendations that effectively resolve problems, by using judgment consistent with standards, policies and procedures supporting Federal, State and local employment law. Interact daily with management and associates to ensure an open line of communication is maintained to identify and address any issues, needs, and/or concerns as they arise. Audit reports, identify trends and provide solutions to support a positive work environment. Coach and facilitate management towards the resolution of associate/management issues.     Advise and influence Ops Managers on performance management and leadership effectiveness. Works with leadership to proactively identify PS issues and creative solutions to support the business needs. Partner with management and work closely with associates to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention resulting in low attrition and high engagement scores. Liaise with other distribution centers, departments or functions (payroll,