HR Generalist

Position Summary

Smoke Guard, recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced HR Generalist to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role offers a unique blend of responsibilities that require a deep connection to the employee experience and a commitment to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented workplace.

What a Day In Life Looks Like

• Walking on the production floor to connect with employees and leaders, building trust and maintaining strong relationships.
• Supporting managers through employee relations concerns, performance conversations, and leadership challenges.
• Coordinating recruiting efforts, screening candidates, and facilitating interviews.
• Partnering with employees and leaders on leave administration, accommodations, and workplace concerns, ensuring compliance with federal and California employment laws.
• Assisting with union-related questions, employee concerns, and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Leading onboarding efforts to ensure new hires feel welcomed, connected, and supported.
• Conducting workplace investigations with professionalism, fairness, and confidentiality.
• Supporting employee engagement activities, recognition efforts, celebrations, and culture-building initiatives.
• Partnering with leadership to enhance retention, accountability, communication, and overall team effectiveness.
• Maintaining accurate HR records, coordinating payroll, and managing HRIS data.
• Jumping in where needed to support the business, employees, and team.

What We’re Looking For

• A team player with a collaborative spirit and strong working relationships across all organizational levels.
• An approachable, visible, and comfortable individual who can work directly with employees and operations leaders.
• A proactive problem-solver with experience in employee relations and conflict resolution, remaining calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Experience managing human resources across multiple states, particularly California, and preferably in union environments.
• A proactive and results-driven individual who enjoys creating a positive workplace culture while maintaining high standards and accountability.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in a Human Resources role.
• Experience managing Human Resources across multiple states, including California.
• 1-2 years of union experience is desirable.

Other Requirements

• Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
• The role involves some travel (around 10%) and requires a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR.
• This is an in-office position only.

Values

• Safety – both physical and mental
• Respect
• Excellence

Total Rewards Package

• Annual Performance Bonus Program
• 401(k) plan with a company match ranging from 1% to 6%, vesting immediately
• Additional matching contributions up to 3%
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement