HR Generalist

Position Description: The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role in supporting the HR department’s daily operations and long-term initiatives. This position is responsible for a wide range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll, and compliance. As the operational backbone of the HR team, the Generalist ensures consistent application of HR policies and serves as a trusted resource for both employees and managers. This role also contributes to labor relations efforts and supports HR system implementations and improvements.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment and staffing processes in collaboration with hiring managers, including interviews, background checks, and onboarding.
• Lead new employee orientation and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Administer employee benefit programs such as health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Support the performance management process by advising managers and employees on performance-related matters.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records using HRIS systems.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries, conflict resolution, and workplace concerns.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions across the organization in partnership with the HR Manager.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and alignment with company values.
• Provide input and recommendations during collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations and renewals.
• Manage unemployment claims and represent the company in benefit disputes.
• Monitor attendance and absenteeism, coordinate leave of absence and ADA accommodations with healthcare providers.
• Organize hiring events and represent the company at job fairs and community outreach events.
• Ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, including applicant tracking, diversity initiatives, and annual reporting.
• Support the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program and other workforce development initiatives.
• Assist with HR system transitions and implementations, including data migration, testing, and user training.
• Process payroll and maintain accurate employee records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines including compensation, diversity, performance management, and employment law.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with complex HRIS systems; experience with Workday and/or ADP preferred.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.
• Ability to regularly ascend/descend stairs as part of daily responsibilities.

Linguistic Profile:

Swiss Krono USA embraces the diversity of languages, but most, if not all, communication verbally and written is preferred in English to successfully complete the appropriate scope of work.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable temperatures and weather conditions.

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

Individuals must be willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, and a face shield.

EEO:

Swiss Krono USA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.