Human Resource Generalist

Reports to: Regional Human Resources Manager

Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted HR resource and primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, workplace concerns, and employee-related matters.
• Partner with plant leadership and supervisors to address employee relations, performance, attendance, conduct, and policy matters; provide coaching and guidance and promote consistent and equitable application of Company policies and practices.
• Conduct and assist with employee investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations; document findings and recommend appropriate action while maintaining confidentiality.
• Manage and support recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing, interview coordination, hiring, new hire orientation, onboarding, and other employment lifecycle activities.
• Conduct exit and stay interviews and support employee surveys and other feedback initiatives to identify opportunities to improve engagement, retention, and morale.
• Monitor attendance and assist managers with attendance-related concerns, policy administration, and appropriate corrective action.
• Support employee lifecycle transactions, including transfers, promotions, leaves of absence, and other personnel changes.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant employee records and HR documentation; assist with audits, required reporting, and employment records.
• Provide general support and guidance to employees regarding Company benefit programs and partner with the Benefits team as needed; support open enrollment and other benefits communications and activities.
• Partner with Payroll and appropriate HR teams to resolve payroll, timekeeping, and related employee issues.
• Coordinate required employee training and partner with managers to identify training and development needs.
• Support the implementation of Company-wide HR programs, policies, and initiatives at the plant level.
• Utilize HRIS and talent management systems to maintain employee information, process transactions, and generate reports.
• Coordinate unemployment claims and hearings as needed.
• Maintain a visible HR presence throughout the plant, build strong relationships with employees at all levels, and participate in plant meetings to provide HR guidance on workforce-related matters. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environment.
• Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, performance management, investigations, and HR administration.
• Experience providing HR guidance and support to supervisors and managers in an operational environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint. Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, HRIS and talent management systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience may be considered. Experience working in a plant or manufacturing environment preferred.

Work Environment:

This position is based at the Polyglass manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas and requires regular presence throughout the plant.

Pay and Benefits

• A FREE health-plan option for employees or premium costs far below industry averages
• 401(k) plans with a company match at 6% - far more free money than most plans in the market
• Tuition Reimbursement. Earn a degree with up to 100% reimbursement on tuition!
• Student Loan Assistance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Dental and vision plans
• Gym membership reimbursement and more!

Take a look at what it’s like to be part of our family at Polyglass!