Sr Human Resources Generalist

Location: Holland, OH, United States

About the role

As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations and HR Consulting
  • Serve as the primary HR advisor to managers and employees on employee relations matters, performance concerns, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
  • Conduct and document employee relations investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
  • Foster a positive, productive, and inclusive work environment that supports employee engagement and organizational success.
  • Provide coaching to managers regarding employee performance, development, corrective actions, and leadership effectiveness.
  • Partner with Legal, Compliance, and HR leadership on sensitive employee matters and risk mitigation activities.
• Talent Management and Organizational Effectiveness
  • Support the performance management process including goal setting, development planning, performance reviews, and succession planning activities.
  • Partner with leaders to identify talent needs, development opportunities, promotions, transfers, and organizational changes.
  • Facilitate career development discussions and talent review initiatives.
  • Assist leadership in workforce planning and organizational design efforts to support business objectives.
• Recruitment and Onboarding
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruiting activities for exempt and non-exempt positions.
  • Assist with workforce planning, requisition creation, candidate selection, and onboarding efforts.
  • Support internship, university recruiting, and early career talent programs as applicable.
  • Ensure new hires experience a successful transition into the organization.
• HR Operations, Compliance, and Data Management
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
  • Support HR audits, reporting, documentation, and recordkeeping activities.
  • Maintain employee data integrity and assist with HRIS transactions and organizational updates.
  • Ensure accuracy of job descriptions, position profiles, and organizational records.
  • Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and operational efficiency.
• Compensation, Benefits, and Employee Support
  • Provide guidance regarding compensation programs, benefits administration, and employee programs.
  • Partner with managers and Total Rewards on promotions, transfers, organizational changes, and market-based compensation recommendations.
  • Participate in annual compensation planning and employee communication efforts.
• HR Projects and Strategic Initiatives
  • Lead or participate in HR projects and initiatives that support organizational goals.
  • Analyze HR metrics and trends to identify risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
  • Support change management and organizational development initiatives.
  • Serve as a champion for company culture, values, and employee engagement programs.

Requirements

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field – REQUIRED
  • Master's degree, MBA – PREFERRED
• Experience
  • Progressive Human Resources experience, including substantial employee relations and generalist responsibilities – 3 to 5 years
  • Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, supply chain, service, or multi-site environments preferred – 3 to 5 years
  • Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and advising leaders on employee management issues – 3 to 5 years

Benefits

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans – effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.