Senior Human Resources Generalist

About the role

The Senior HR Generalist aids with and facilitates the human resources processes at all business locations, including support on all HR, Benefit & Personnel administration. Assists personnel in absence of HR Manager with HR & Benefit questions. Provides support to supervisors and managers regarding personnel matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle sensitive investigations, workplace conflicts, performance management escalations, and high-risk terminations with discretion and expertise.
• Coordinate visas, work permits, travel, and housing support for expatriates and their families.
• Manage specialized packages including housing allowances, cost-of-living adjustments, tax equalization, and health insurance.
• Lead senior-level recruitment processes, develop sourcing strategies, and manage complex hiring decisions including offer negotiations.
• Partner with senior leadership on organizational development, succession planning, change management, and strategic people initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws, conduct compliance audits, manage EEOC matters, and mitigate employment-related risks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, records & documentation, including personnel, benefits, & I-9.
• Administrator of benefit plans (medical insurance, vision & dental insurance); including processing employee changes in portals, reconciling monthly invoices & reporting.
• Perform New Hire Orientation, including onboarding, facility tours, videos, introductions.
• Manage Job Descriptions, including creating new, archiving outdated, revising when necessary.
• Assist with employee 401(k) administration, including adding new hires, terminating separations, and updating personal data and beneficiary information.
• Process 401(k) payroll contributions into the portal.
• Provide HR support to employees and management inquiries accurately, efficiently, and thoroughly.
• Maintain Pathway Program for new hires and transfers.
• Manage preemployment screenings: ordering background checks and coordinating physicals & drug tests.
• Maintain all recruiting ads, including company website, recruiting and social media platforms.
• Assist in all HR/HSE/QA audits in relation to personnel or training records.
• Assist HR with all Company-related events, fundraisers, activities, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• B.S. Degree in Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience (preferred)
• HR certification (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in Human Resources administration
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, procedures and employment law

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• UKG and D365 experience a plus
• Strong typing skills
• Deep knowledge of visa processes, cross-cultural communication, global payroll systems
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Knowledge of local, state & federal regulations

Requirements

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must comply with the company Drug and Alcohol Policy, including participation in random drug testing.
• Employment is subject to background checks appropriate to the position.
• Physical demands: must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. This position is onsite and requires presence at the facility to perform essential duties.
• Work environment: primarily office-based within a manufacturing environment; occasional outdoor exposure; limited travel as required to support business needs.