HR Generalist

About the role

The HR Generalist supports the achievement of business objectives by implementing human resources policies, programs, and practices for the Pasadena site, with responsibility for recruiting, employee relations, benefits support, employee development, payroll support, community relations, and HR compliance.

This role reports to the HR Manager and serves as a key HR resource for employees, supervisors, site leadership, Finance/Accounting, Corporate HR, and external candidates or community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as the highest priority and abide by all INEOS safety policies and procedures.
• Advise and counsel leaders and employees on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, pay and benefits questions, and day-to-day HR issues.
• Support fair and consistent investigations, documentation, coaching, counseling, and performance management activities.
• Drive recruiting efforts to attract and onboard high-caliber talent, including coordinating candidate and hiring manager activity, supporting interviews, and facilitating new hire orientation.
• Prepare and maintain internal and external reports related to salary, employee demographics, FTEs, manpower data, and other workforce information.
• Support annual compensation survey analysis and work closely with the HR Manager on salary proposals, recommendations, and related workforce analysis.
• Provide payroll support as needed, including assisting with bi-weekly payroll processing, preparing payroll-related reports for Finance and HR, and remaining current on payroll processes and procedures.
• Administer random drug testing requirements and support compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, INEOS guidelines, and HR programs.
• Maintain accurate and current HR documentation, including job descriptions, employee records, reporting data, and other HR-related information.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or similar degree required; equivalent additional relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered.

PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Minimum of ten years of HR experience required, ideally in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Strong computer skills with exceptional Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Power BI experience desirable.
• HRIS experience - Workday required.
• Broad knowledge of employment statutes and regulations, including COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and related federal and state requirements.
• Comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Able to lead change, influence outcomes, and provide coaching and consultation as needed.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timely follow-up on unresolved issues.
• Able to balance multiple priorities and heavy demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Highly ethical, personable, adaptable, and collaborative team player.
• Works well independently with sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills.