HR Generalist

The HR Generalist will serve as the primary HR resource for the Dayton facility, providing hands-on support across employee relations, manager coaching, leave administration, compliance, HR administration, and process improvement. This is a high-impact role for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, solving problems, building relationships, and working with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced environment. Worksite Location: Dayton, MN – Onsite No non-local candidates Salary Range: Annual salary $70,000-90,000 base Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insuranceGenerous paid time off and paid family leave401(k) retirement plan with employer matchProfessional development opportunities, employee discounts, and referral bonuses Roles & Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR partner and resource for the Dayton manufacturing facilityBuild trusted relationships with employees, supervisors, and managers across the organizationLead employee relations matters, investigations, performance discussions, and coaching conversationsCoach managers and supervisors on employee issues, performance, policies, and workforce decisionsAdminister leaves of absence, accommodations, and related employee processesProvide HR guidance within a unionized environment, including interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreement provisionsSupport Minnesota-specific HR policies, compliance initiatives, and handbook updatesMaintain accurate employee records, documentation, and HR processesIdentify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and operational efficienciesPartner with the broader HR team to support a rapidly growing workforce and evolving organizational needs Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experienceStrong employee relations experience, including investigations and performance managementDemonstrated ability to coach and influence supervisors and managersHands-on experience with leave of absence administration and employee accommodationsStrong HR administration skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracySound HR judgment with the ability to independently assess situations and recommend solutionsAbility to work with urgency and effectively prioritize in a fast-moving environmentStrong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of an organizationSelf-directed, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a high-demand environment Preferred Skills & Experience HR experience within a manufacturing environment Experience working in a unionized or labor environment Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and labor relations Experience supporting organizations experiencing significant growth or change Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field About Versique Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions. Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Let’s find your people, together. Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.