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SI Group

Global performance additives and APIs supplier

HR Generalist

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior
Associate's
Houston, TX, USA
In Person
People & HRHR Operations & Coordination

About the job

Requirements
  • High School Diploma required.
  • Associate’s degree in business, human resources, or related field preferred; equivalent HR or administrative experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of two years of HR, payroll, benefits, recruiting, or HR administrative support experience
  • Experience with payroll review and systems, ADP preferred
  • Experience with HRIS data management and reporting, preferably Oracle HCM
  • Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
Responsibilities
  • Manage HR service requests by documenting inquiries, providing timely follow-up, resolving routine matters, and escalating complex or sensitive issues as appropriate.
  • Provide first-level support for payroll, benefits, HR policies, timekeeping, PTO, holidays, bereavement, leave-related questions, open enrollment, and general employee service needs.
  • Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, and Intern and Co-op Program activities, including candidate communication, interview scheduling, pre-employment steps, I-9 coordination, orientation support, program communications, and new hire support.
  • Maintain HRIS/HCM data, employee records, trackers, and documentation for assigned HR processes, reporting needs, offboarding, reimbursements, incentives, and HR operations activities.
  • Prepare and support HR reporting, including training completion, LMS follow-up, man-hours, overtime, PTO, and recurring or ad hoc reports.
  • Provide administrative, site coordination, and vendor support for HR-related invoices, drug screens, physicals, safety glasses, uniforms, career fairs, flu clinics, random drug testing, HR events, and related activities.
  • Maintain multi-site Pulse SharePoint pages by updating HR content, posting site communications, organizing resources, and keeping information accurate and accessible.
  • Recommend process improvements that reduce duplication, simplify workflows, and strengthen HR service delivery across sites.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support employees, leaders, HR partners and site operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree in business, human resources, or related field preferred; equivalent HR or administrative experience may be considered.
  • Experience with payroll review and systems, ADP preferred
  • Experience supporting employees through centralized inbox, ticketing, or multi-site HR support processes preferred
  • Experience with HRIS data management and reporting, preferably Oracle HCM
  • Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
  • Experience with payroll, benefits, or HR administrative support experience preferred

About the company

SI Group supplies specialty chemical products and solutions, focusing on performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and chemical intermediates. Its offerings enhance quality, performance, and durability across industries such as pharmaceuticals, automotive, and consumer goods. How it works: the company develops tailored chemical formulations and process solutions for customers, leveraging advanced materials and safety/compliance practices. It operates globally with facilities in nine countries and serves customers in over 80 countries, collaborating closely to meet specific application needs. Differences from competitors: emphasis on customer-centric, safety-compliant solutions delivered through global production networks and a broad portfolio across multiple market segments. Goal: to help customers improve product performance while maintaining safety and environmental responsibility through reliable, compliant chemical solutions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

The Woodlands, Texas

Founded

1999

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What believers are saying

  • December 2025 recapitalization cut debt $1.7 billion and added $150 million junior capital.
  • That deleveraging funds working capital and operational upgrades during 2026 expansion.
  • Chinaplas 2025 and the China Biphenol JV target electronics, automotive, and medical demand.

What critics are saying

  • Singapore alkylphenol closure hits in 2H 2025, shrinking Asia manufacturing and jobs.
  • Orangeburg cut 74 ibuprofen jobs in 2024, then another 5% in January 2026.
  • One facility shutdown or a failed China JV can erode customer trust quickly.

What makes SI Group unique

  • SI Group's Biphenol technology and Newport, Tennessee production anchor a hard-to-replicate supply base.
  • The June 2026 Shengnova JV extends SI Group's proprietary chemistry into China with Shengxiao.
  • Eighteen plants across three continents let SI Group serve 80-plus countries with local supply.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

-5%
PR Newswire
Oct 19th, 2026
SI Group names ex-Kraton chief Marcello Boldrini CEO, succeeding David Bradley

SI Group has appointed Marcello Boldrini as chief executive officer, effective October 19, 2026. He succeeds David Bradley, who has led the company as president and chief executive officer since 2019. Boldrini has more than three decades of experience in specialty chemicals. He most recently led Kraton Corporation, where a Transformation Office he created generated more than $100 million in annual EBITDA improvements. He has also held senior roles at Houghton International, Momentive/Hexion, and Ashland. He will be based at SI Group's headquarters in The Woodlands, Texas. Board member Shawn Abrams credited Bradley with guiding the company through difficult industry conditions and completing its 2025 recapitalisation, which strengthened its financial position.

Fuels and Lubes
Jul 27th, 2026
SI Group promotes Robert Kaiser to strategic marketing SVP.

SI Group promotes Robert Kaiser to strategic marketing SVP. SI Group has promoted Robert Kaiser to senior vice president, strategic marketing, a role in which he will also join the company's executive leadership team. SI Group, a global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions and chemical intermediates, said Kaiser will lead market-focused growth initiatives while strengthening the alignment between customer needs and the company's long-term business strategy. Kaiser joined SI Group in 2014 and has since held leadership positions of increasing responsibility across strategic marketing and business development. The company said he has played a key role in shaping its portfolio and market strategy, and in driving cross-functional alignment on critical growth initiatives. Before joining SI Group, Kaiser held commercial leadership roles at AkzoNobel and Arizona Chemical, now part of Kraton Corporation. David Bradley, president and chief executive officer of SI Group, said Kaiser has consistently demonstrated exceptional strategic leadership and a deep understanding of the company's markets. "His ability to turn information into actionable insight has been instrumental in strengthening our commercial organisation and advancing our strategic priorities," Bradley said. "We look forward to the unique global perspective and market-centric lens he will bring to our Executive Leadership Team." Kaiser said he was honoured to join the executive leadership team at a time when customers are navigating an increasingly complex business environment. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to step into this role at a time when SI Group has the global footprint and strong foundation needed to create value for our customers and the markets we serve," Kaiser said. "I look forward to working with colleagues across SI Group to deepen customer relationships and continue advancing our commercial strategy." Kaiser holds a master of business administration (MBA) from Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. SI Group's chemistries are used in industrial and consumer goods across the plastics, rubber and adhesives, fuels, lubricants, coatings and oilfield industries. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, U.S.A., the company operates 18 manufacturing facilities across three continents and serves customers in more than 80 countries, supported by approximately 1,500 employees worldwide.

PR Newswire
Jun 25th, 2026
SI Group and Shengxiao Group form joint venture to expand Biphenol capacity in China

SI Group and Shengxiao Group have formed a joint venture, Shengnova Advanced Materials, to expand Biphenol production capacity in China. The partnership combines Shengxiao's existing manufacturing facilities in Sichuan with SI Group's proprietary technology and global expertise. Biphenol is a key monomer used in liquid crystal polymers, polyphenylenesulfone and other high-performance materials for electronics, automotive and medical applications. The venture aims to enhance regional supply to meet rising demand across Asia Pacific whilst SI Group continues production at its Newport, Tennessee facility. Shengxiao Group, founded in 1987, is a leading supplier of LCP monomers and specialty chemicals. SI Group operates 18 manufacturing facilities globally and serves customers in over 80 countries.

PR Newswire
Dec 24th, 2025
SI Group cuts debt by $1.7B in recapitalisation, secures $150M investment for growth

SI Group, a global manufacturer of performance additives and chemical intermediates, has completed a comprehensive recapitalisation that reduces its net debt by approximately $1.7 billion, representing over 80% of its outstanding indebtedness. The transaction, supported by lenders and equity partners, includes amendments to the company's revolving credit facility to enhance financial flexibility. A new institutional ownership group has invested $150 million in junior capital, demonstrating confidence in SI Group's prospects. The Woodlands, Texas-based company will use the investment to fund working capital needs, operational initiatives and growth acceleration. President and CEO David Bradley said the recapitalisation strengthens the firm's financial foundation, enabling continued investment in growth and operational capabilities whilst supporting customers globally.

SteelOrbis
Aug 29th, 2025
SIJ Group secures €25M financing boost

SIJ Group, a Slovenia-based steelmaker, has secured €25 million in financing from banks including NLB d.d., UniCredit Banka Slovenija d.d., OTP banka d.d., and SID Bank to bolster financial stability amid challenges like increased Asian imports, US tariffs, and high energy costs. In H1, SIJ Group faced a net loss of €23.8 million, with sales revenues down 11% to €518 million. The company is in talks for a long-term refinancing solution to ensure sustainable operations.