Senior Human Resources Generalist
Listed on 2026-09-28
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HR/Recruitment
Recruiter / Talent Acquisition, HR Generalist / Talent Management
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is seeking an on-site Senior Human Resources Generalist to support a manufacturing operation in Owatonna, MN for approximately 400–450 team members. In this role, you’ll lead key people programs from recruiting through team member relations and compliance, with hands-on support across onboarding, workforce planning, and return-to-work for workers’ compensation.
What you’ll do- Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing positions.
- Manage staffing agency partnerships and contingent workforce programs to support production staffing needs.
- Partner with leaders on workforce planning
, recruiting strategies, and staffing priorities. - Facilitate onboarding and orientation for new hires.
- Serve as a front-line HR resource for team members and leaders regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, and workplace concerns.
- Investigate and resolve team member relations issues with professionalism, consistency, and confidentiality.
- Coach supervisors and managers on performance management, communication, attendance, and HR best practices.
- Support team member engagement initiatives and culture-building activities.
- Maintain accurate HR records and documentation while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Support HR reporting
, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Provide backup support for payroll and timekeeping processes as needed.
- Manage workers’ compensation medical claims and partner with injured team members, leaders, and medical providers to support safe, timely return-to-work plans.
- 3-5 years of Human Resources experience in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or similar operational environment.
- Experience recruiting hourly manufacturing, production, warehouse, or distribution team members.
- Experience managing staffing agency relationships and contingent workforce programs
. - Knowledge of team member relations practices and employment law
. - Strong communication
, coaching
, conflict resolution
, and relationship-building skills. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment
. - Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel
.
Technologies
:
Microsoft Office, Excel, Workday, UKG
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
- Experience with Workday, UKG, or similar HRIS systems.
- SHRM or HRCI certification.
The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $66,500 - $95,000 annually
. This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s Production Bonus Plan
, with potential additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
- 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Parental, medical and military leaves of absence
- Paid time off
, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year - Paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually
- Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
- Company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability
- Health savings account
- Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
- Hospital indemnity
; identity protection; legal services; adoption assistance; tuition assistance; commuter benefits; employee discounts - Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
- Access to on-site fitness center featuring Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment
- On-site role in Owatonna, Minnesota with regular presence throughout the manufacturing facility.
- May occasionally support off-shift recruiting
, onboarding, team member meetings, and business needs. - Eye and hearing protection required in designated production areas.
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