Associate HR Generalist

Are you ready for what's next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Location:

Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category:
Onsite

Travel Required:

None

Direct Reports:
No

Pay Range: $54,300 - $75,400

Visa Sponsorship:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation:
Yes

As part of the talented Human Resources - Operations team you will support our fast-paced, diverse and varied Wisconsin manufacturing facilities based in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. This individual will be a key member of the operations management team reporting directly to the HR Manager, Plant 15. The HR Generalist role is a unique opportunity for you to become a member of an organization with a high-energy, safety conscious culture where you can truly make a difference!

As an HR Generalist, you will have responsibilities for our operational areas including labor relations, employee retention, employee development, etc. The successful candidate will actively seek information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs – then assimilate these inputs into innovative solutions to manage through work problems and opportunities. Success in this role will require a flexible skill set, including the ability to think strategically, execute tactically, and collaborate across many teams, levels, and situations.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

• Build and cultivate consultative relationships with respective business leaders by meeting regularly and providing insight and guidance on maximizing team performance.
• Coach and advise operations leaders with candor, honesty, respect and tact.
• Participate in the grievance process; administer the collective bargaining agreement; provide counsel and support in the interpretation / application of contractual language.
• Provide leadership to operational efforts related to employee engagement and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Analyze key performance metrics to determine employee relations climate and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collect and compile HR metrics and data from a variety of sources including the human resource information system (HRIS) and payroll outputs, management and employee surveys, exit interviews, employment records, government labor statistics, competitors’ practices, and other sources.
• Ability to effectively use HR technologies that boost HR productivity, automate manual HR processes, and provide business insights through data analytics.
• Develop programs to improve employee engagement and operational efficiency.
• Proactively identify opportunities and assess improvements to the employee experience and partner with management to develop and implement innovative and lasting solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of employment and labor law.
• Communicate with legal counsel as/when necessary.
• Advise management on legal matters.
• Support Human Resources activities for the operation ensuring alignment and consistency with broader business and departmental objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is required.
• 1-4 years of human resources experience required in a manufacturing environment with a thorough knowledge in all Human Resources generalist…