Human Resource Generalist

Description

Under the direction of the Vice President of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist (HRG) will support a comprehensive range of culture- and people‑related initiatives across two locations. While the role is based in Cleveland, the HRG will provide Human Resources support to the Clyde location as well, ensuring consistent and effective execution of culture, talent, benefits, and operational initiatives. This position requires a highly self‑motivated, organized, and detail‑oriented professional with strong proactive judgment and the ability to adapt and contribute effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and evolving environment.

• Recruiting, interviewing, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non‑mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti‑harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications. Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Creating employee engagement plans, getting necessary budget approval, and initiating activities.
• Collaborating with outside vendors, upper management and employees and maintaining all standards associated.
• Administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Effectively communicate and execute necessary changes to policies and procedures.
• Handles employment‑related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Assure Company policies are administered fairly and consistently throughout the area of responsibility.
• Administers all Leave of Absence programs and processes including Transitional Work Program and Accommodations Process.
• Assists with health and welfare benefits open enrollment meetings and employee meetings to update or roll out other benefits related programs as needed.
• This job position performs other assignments and performs other duties as deemed necessary.

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment‑related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS/HRM systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or another related field required, or 5 plus years of progressive HR experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Overall, 3-5 years of broad HR experience including talent management and performance management.
• Experience supporting organization‑wide human resources programs that cover performance management, talent acquisition and development, coaching, succession planning, data analytics and relationship management.
• Previous experience in capturing metrics and producing various employment reports.

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the location.