Human Resources Generalist

About Maitri Medicinals:

Maitri Medicinals’ vision is to cultivate, produce and dispense quality medical marijuana products for Pennsylvania patients who suffer from qualifying medical conditions and diseases. We are privileged to serve Pennsylvania patients at our three dispensaries in Pittsburgh, Uniontown and Greensburg. Founded by third-generation Southwestern Pennsylvania residents, Maitri is deeply invested in the region’s wellbeing and development. Maitri views Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program as an opportunity to help patients suffering from serious medical conditions, support intervention efforts to address the region’s opioid crisis, provide career training and lucrative opportunities for local residents in the medical marijuana industry. We recognize that people define and achieve wellness in different ways across a wide spectrum, and serve all patients with open mindedness, kindness, and a desire to learn.

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Benefits Package:

● Health/Vision/Dental insurance coverage with HSA & FSA contribution plans

● Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

● 401K

● Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability insurance

● Employee discounts
● Paid time off (PTO)

● Paid Holidays

● Paid sick time

Summary of the Role: 

The Human Resource Generalist will assist with the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. The HR Generalist will work closely with leadership and the Director of Human Resources to champion the HR goals and strategies. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Assist in conducting internal HR audits to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Managing leave of absences and worker’s compensation claims (return to work/modified duty). This includes educating, communicating, designating leave types based on federal and/or state laws, sending paperwork, obtaining reports, and performing other relevant tasks.
• Facilitate New Hire orientation in-person and virtual.
• Collaborating and supporting all efforts in the deployment of HR initiatives and engagement programs that fosters a positive work environment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in our HRIS system, including employee data and personnel files.
• Assist with employee relations by addressing employee concerns, resolving conflicts, and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Maintains field compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations.
• All other duties based on business needs.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/related field or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of experience supporting Human Resources
• Strong communication skills in-person, on the phone, and written
• Ability to take work direction and work independently
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Highly organized individual with a service mindset
• Ability to think proactively and manage multiple priorities

Physical and Environmental Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Willingness to travel to multiple locations
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds   

• Ability to sit, squat, bend, and kneel repetitively throughout a workday   
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time   
• Extended computer usage 
• Comfortable being under constant video surveillance 
• Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to fumes, dust, odors, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, and noise.   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Management reserves the right to assign other job duties as necessary, with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Diversity and Inclusion:

Maitri Medicinals is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, or because of the liability for service in the armed forces of the United States or the nationality of any individual, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  ​

Maitri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maitri does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.