Human Resources Generalist

Why Orthofix?
    

Guided by our organizational values – Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together – we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people’s quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech.

Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people’s lives? Look no further.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist supports organizational effectiveness by assisting in the alignment of people, processes, structure, and culture with business objectives. This role provides hands-on guidance and support to managers and employees on core HR matters, contributing to consistent, compliant, and positive employee experiences.

Reporting to the Senior Director, HR Business Partners, the Senior HR Generalist works closely with HR Business Partners and HR Centers of Excellence to support the execution of people programs and day-to-day HR activities. This role serves as a key resource to employees and managers, while developing a solid understanding of the business and supporting HRBP‑ led‑ initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Manager & Employee Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for managers and employees on HR related‑ questions, concerns, and processes.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee relations matters, performance management, policy interpretation, and employee development.
• Support managers in addressing routine and moderately complex people matters in accordance with company policies and best practices.
• Serve as a resource to employees to support a positive and consistent employment experience.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Provide employee relations support to assigned client groups, including coaching managers on performance concerns, corrective action, and issue resolution.
• Conduct low to medium‑ complexity employee relations investigations, escalating higher‑ risk or complex issues to HRBP leadership as appropriate.
• Ensure consistent, fair, and compliant application of HR policies and employment practices.

Talent & Workforce Support

• Support client groups in maintaining appropriate organizational structure and staffing aligned with business needs.
• Participate in interview processes and provide input during candidate selection as requested.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring activities and ensure alignment with role requirements, compensation guidelines, and reporting structures.
• Assist with talent management planning efforts by supporting data gathering, coordination, and process execution.

HR Collaboration & Operations

• Partner with HR colleagues across Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, and HR Operations to deliver coordinated HR support.
• Support compliance with federal and state employment laws, company policies, and internal procedures.

Culture, Programs & Engagement

• Support the implementation of HR programs, policies, and initiatives that promote employee engagement and a positive work environment.
• Assist HRBPs with change initiatives by reinforcing communications, supporting manager enablement, and helping employees navigate transitions.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience, Skills & Abilities

• 3+ years of HR Generalist experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience supporting managers with employee relations, performance management, and HR processes
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills
• Ability to identify employee issues and recommend appropriate solutions within established frameworks
• Working knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and federal and state employment laws
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, HRIS, and Applicant Tracking Systems
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders
• Ability to work regularly onsite at the Lewisville facility

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.

Certifications

• PHR, SHRM‑CP, or similar HR certification

Experience

• Experience in a regulated healthcare, medical device, med‑tech, or pharmaceutical environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.
• This position operates as an individual contributor and may provide informal guidance or project leadership without direct people management responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.

• This position requires frequent or continuous standing.
• This position requires frequent or continuous walking.
• This position requires frequent or continuous repetitive motion involving substantial movements of the wrist, hands and/or fingers; or grasping with hands and/or fingers.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer.  Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.