Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking an HR professional who is passionate about working with front line teams and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. Candidates must have a strong knowledge base of HR practices and employment law, as well as experience in a business‑facing HR role. This is an onsite position because we believe that presence and connection are key to creating successful partnerships in our worksite.

This position provides full-spectrum HR partnership and support for our Tualatin manufacturing site, with primary focus on supporting manufacturing management and frontline employees.

• Serve as the primary HR partner for manufacturing management and frontline employees
• Provide HR support as needed for corporate functions employees
• Maintain a strong floor presence to build trust, understand the business, and anticipate workforce needs
• Coach managers and supervisors on topics such as ER, performance management and employee engagement
• Partner with manufacturing management on workforce planning, and skill alignment as business needs evolve
• Partner with management to build positive site culture and support retention through efforts that improve communication, connection, recognition and appreciation of employees

• First point of contact for manufacturing ER matters
• Full-cycle ER management including intake, investigation, risk assessment, recommendation, documentation, and resolution
  
  Coach management in ER matters

• Manage cases end-to-end for all Tualatin employees
• Partner with third‑party administrator and in‑house benefits manager
• Advise leaders on operational impact and return-to-work planning
• Identify trends to support business planning

• Help leaders implement organizational changes through effective communication, process execution, and leader support
• Assist in developing and delivering manager guidance, employee communications, and transition resources
• Assess and identify training needs to strengthen frontline leadership capability, mature the organization, improve manufacturing performance and support employee retention

• Partner with Talent Acquisition on hiring for the site
• Partner with manufacturing management, Talent Acquisition and HR leadership to support workforce planning for future‑state skill needs
• Coordinate and administer activities related to workforce realignment

• Support performance management cycle and development planning processes
• Assist in identifying critical skills, high‑potential employees, and career path opportunities within the site

• Track and analyze key workforce trends such as turnover, attendance, overtime, and redeployment outcomes
• Translate data into actionable insights for front‑line leaders

• Onboard and off‑board site employees with a strong focus on employee experience, consistency, and risk mitigation
• Maintain employee life cycle in Oracle HRIS and other systems
• Execute key HR processes with accuracy and responsiveness
• Ensure audit‑ready records and data integrity
• Provide support in user testing as system updates are implemented

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field
• 3–6 years of HR Generalist experience in a frontline operations environment, preferably in manufacturing
• Working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance practices
• Proven experience in effectively managing employee relations and leaves of absence
• Experience with change management initiatives and strategic workforce planning
• Full time on‑site

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) or progress toward certification

• Builds trust and credibility with employees at all levels
• Calm and steady in a changing environment
• High level of responsiveness and reliable follow‑through
• Problem solver. Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion, particularly in sensitive situations
• Uses data to identify needs and support decision‑making
• Detail and timeline oriented

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