Senior HR Generalist

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

Senior Human Resources Generalist – Manufacturing (Olathe, KS) serves as a key partner to plant leadership and employees. This role provides hands-on HR support across core HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and HR systems. The ideal candidate is experienced in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, comfortable on the plant floor, and capable of handling complex employee matters with professionalism and discretion.

• Serve as the primary contact in addressing day-to-day HR issues such as performance management, benefits questions, attendance, payroll, and other workplace concerns; escalate complex issues as appropriate.
• Advise supervisors and managers on performance management, policy interpretation, and consistent HR practices.
• Support and participate in disciplinary meetings, coaching, workplace investigations, and termination processes, ensuring compliance with policy and labor laws.
• Foster a positive employee relations climate and promote respectful workplace practices.

• Partner with hiring managers to manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions.
• Coordinate hiring events, interviews, background checks, and pre-employment processes.
• Lead new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring a smooth and compliant onboarding experience.
• Manage and support temporary agency staffing, performance and relationships.
• Support retention initiatives and employee engagement efforts.

• Assist with administration and interpretation of company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the labor market, employment law, and HR disciplines; proactively engage in development opportunities and stay current on HR practices.
• Support HR systems (e.g., Ceridian Dayforce, Success Factors) by coordinating information collection, data input, and reporting.
• Manage attendance tracking and administer attendance policy.
• Serve as site Benefit contact including disability and FMLA inquiries.
• Provide direction and support for regulatory requirements (EEO, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and corporate guidelines).
• Support annual HR processes such as pay planning, AAP reporting, system data audits, etc.
• Maintain accurate employee records and confidentiality of HR information.
• Support audits, reporting, and documentation requirements.

• Support delivery of required training and track progress.
• Assist with leadership development initiatives and employee training programs.
• Coach supervisors on effective people management practices.

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and management, including time and attendance questions, benefits guidance, and policy clarification.
• Be a visible HR presence on the plant floor.
• Support HR Manager on special projects, investigations, and organizational initiatives.
• Advocate for continuous improvement and safety culture.
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and solutions to enable business improvement and growth.
• Provide HR and business metrics for monthly/quarterly reporting.
• Participate in other projects related to HR goals and organizational initiatives.

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