Senior Human Resources Generalist

About the Role

The Senior Human Resources Generalist (HRG) serves as the liaison supporting all Human Resources functions within American Battery Solutions. This role requires experience in managing the full employment life cycle and plays a key role in writing and implementing HR policies, procedures, programs, and day-to-day administration of HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for job openings, develop and maintain position descriptions, recruit, schedule interviews, and facilitate hiring of qualified applicants.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new employees, including background checks, employee eligibility verifications, Human Performance Evaluations (HPE), new hire orientation, and tracking onboarding progress in Smartsheet.
• Attract applicants through LinkedIn, networking, job boards, career fairs, state employment agencies, and other sources to generate candidate interest.
• Develop and maintain candidate pipelines in advance of hiring needs.
• Manage the performance and recruitment modules in ADP; develop and maintain processes and provide company training as needed.
• Create onboarding plans and educate newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures, and regulations.
• Provide support and guidance for complex, specialized, and sensitive HR issues, including investigations, performance warnings, PIPs, and terminations.
• Conduct exit interviews, provide required exit documents, conduct exit surveys, deactivate employee access, and notify appropriate departments and third-party vendors.
• Maintain and audit the ADP system, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal labor and employment laws.
• Administer and execute human resource programs, including compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes, investigations, performance reviews, talent management, productivity, recognition, morale, retention, occupational health and safety, and training and development.
• Support HR-related announcements and communications, and manage HR documentation, including employee agreements, handbooks, and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook, ensuring compliance with employment laws through internal and external research.
• Assist with planning and execution of employee events and participate in the Wellness Committee.
• Monitor time and attendance and assist in resolving payroll-related issues in ADP.
• Work off-shift hours and travel as needed.
• Generate internal employment documents and reports, analyze HR metrics (KPIs), assess cost-effectiveness of recruitment and HR resources, and input purchase orders into PLEX.
• Oversee ABS’s student programs for interns and co-ops.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations and company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive professional HR experience. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field with five (5) years of experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS systems; ADP Workforce Now preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a technical or manufacturing industry (preferred).
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute (preferred).

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Competencies:

• Integrity: Acts and makes decisions consistent with public needs and organizational/societal norms.
• Valuing People: Adapts approach to accommodate diverse personalities and conveys trust and respect.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Continual Improvement: Focuses on producing high-quality products/services while seeking incremental improvements.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented with a sense of urgency to reach goals.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits drive for results, persists despite obstacles, and drives issues to closure.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
• Occasional movement in industrial environments and on uneven terrain.
• Works in temperature-controlled office environments, with occasional outdoor weather conditions and industrial environments.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.

Benefits

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company-provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in Michigan and Ohio, ABS was acquired by Komatsu in 2023 to support Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS operates as an independent entity, serving Komatsu applications while expanding its core commercial, fleet, and industrial business. ABS has assembled a world-class team of engineers with deep expertise in high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems.

Location

The Advanced Battery Manufacturing Center is located in Springboro, Ohio. Springboro is rated among the top communities in Southwest Ohio for quality of life, offering excellent schools, safety, services, and amenities. Residents enjoy bike and walking trails, an 18-hole public golf course, a vibrant historic district, 501 acres of parks, and various public events such as outdoor concerts, festivals, and fireworks.