We are seeking a selfdriven teamoriented and peoplefocused professional to join our leadership team in Ashland! The Senior HR Generalist serves as the primary HR partner at the site level handling employee relations talent management training engagement benefits workers compensation and HR projects. This role also supports remote and corporate employees.
Top Focus Areas:
- Build strong relationships with the HR team (remote) operations (onsite) and production employees (all shifts) maintaining a professional and solutionoriented approach.
- Develop and support employee engagement initiatives fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Learn the business and leverage datadriven insights to support decisionmaking.
- Continuously seek innovative solutions to improve processes and enhance employee satisfaction.
- Maintain consistent communication and followthrough with all stakeholders to foster collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daytoday HR operations at the site.
- Manage all aspects of the employee life cycle from hiring and onboarding to performance management and offboarding.
- Maintain close collaboration with the HR team and business operations leaders.
- Assist with recruitment efforts including conducting interviews as needed.
- Coach and guide managers on employee relations and disciplinary actions.
- Support corporate HR initiatives including DE&I wellbeing programs and attendance management.
- Drive people processes to ensure employees meet current and future organizational needs.
- Lead and support HR projects as determined in the HR planning process.
- Ensure timely completion of goalsetting performance reviews and engagement surveys.
- Assist line management with talent forecasting and workforce planning.
Education Experience & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in HR or a related field (required).
- 35 years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws principles and best practices.
- Proven ability to independently problemsolve and handle complex employee relations issues.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint).
- Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
- Strong analytical prioritization teamwork and project management skills.
- PHR or SPHR certification (preferred).
- Experience with AIdriven HR solutions (helpful but not required).
Why Join Us
- Health benefits starting Day 1 (medical dental vision).
- Bonus Opportunities
- 401(k) retirement savings program.
- Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
- Competitive PTO package including 10 holidays 2 floating holidays 20 vacation days (prorated in year one) and 5 paid sick days.
- Paid leaves of absence.
- Educational assistance and scholarship programs.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Employee engagement and recognition programs.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing and dynamic environment. If youre a passionate HR professional looking for a role that offers both strategic influence and handson leadership apply today!