Sr. Human Resources Generalist
Columbia, IN - USA
Job Summary
Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.
Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the worlds most complex environments.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves we continue to push boundariesdriven by innovation accountability and a shared commitment to excellence.
Join us as we shape the future of naval warfaresafeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.
Nationality Requirements
Due to the nature of the programs we support certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.
Position Summary
The Senior HR Generalist is a hands-on onsite partner to our manufacturing leadership and frontline employees across multiple shifts. This role leads full-spectrum HR supportincluding workforce planning and recruiting for skilled trades employee relations performance management training HR operations and compliancewhile driving a high-performing safe and inclusive plant culture. The Senior HR Generalist acts as a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers balancing strategic guidance with day-to-day problem solving in a fast-paced production environment.Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Supports end-to-end recruiting for hourly shop-floor roles (production maintenance quality) skilled trades and key salaried positions; partner with operations to forecast headcount and reduce time-to-fill and overtime dependence.
- Manage onboarding and orientation; ensure new hires have a safe engaging start with clear training plans and job expectations.
- Serve as primary ER contact for supervisors and employees across all shifts within client group; coach leaders on feedback documentation and progressive discipline aligned to policy and employment law.
- Conduct impartial investigations issue findings and recommendations for actions.
- Supports corporate culture initiatives as assigned for the business/function.
- Facilitate performance management cyclesgoal setting check-ins calibrationsand provide targeted coaching to elevate team and individual performance.
- Administer HRIS transactions job changes and pay actions; partner with payroll for accuracy.
- Manage leave programs (FMLA ADA-related accommodations) and attendance policies.
- Maintain accurate personnel files and HR metrics; deliver weekly/monthly reports (turnover absenteeism time-to-fill training completion).
- Ensure compliance with federal/state/local regulations (EEO FLSA FMLA ADA OSHA) and company policies; support audit readiness and documentation standards.
- Partner with EHS on safety communications incident response and corrective/preventive actions; reinforce safety culture in daily interactions and toolbox talks.
- Support leadership training development (coaching skills documentation investigations safety leadership) and hourly-employee training (workplace conduct respect harassment prevention).
- Support engagement initiatives in alignment with HR Team initiatives (recognition programs stay interviews action planning from surveys).
- Support change management during line expansions technology upgrades or organizational changes.
- Use HR analytics to identify trends (turnover drivers attendance hot spots hiring trends) and design practical interventions.
- Lead or support Kaizen/continuous improvement efforts in HR processes (recruiting workflow onboarding experience training effectiveness).
- Assists with the tactical support of the Business Talent Review Process providing training and communication to employees as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field
4 years related experience
May be required to maintain security clearance
What Ultra Maritime Offers You
At Ultra Maritime we invest in our employees and their well-being:
Climate controlled well-lit and clean work environment!
Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year
8 Paid Holidays with 3 floating holidays
401k Plan with Company Match
Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
Wellness Program and incentives
Company HSA contributions
Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire
Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually
Additional Employee Discounts and Perks
Company-Paid Benefits:
$75 monthly student loan repayment program
Basic Life Insurance
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
Medical and Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Plan
Hospital Indemnity Plan
Pet Insurance
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Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process please email
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair respectful and inclusive and we make employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry ethnicity marital status disability genetic information protected veteran status citizenship status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.
As a U.S. defense contractor Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity compliance and security.
We operate a drug-free workplace and where permitted by law may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.
Company: Ultra Maritime
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Required Experience:
Senior IC