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Senior Human Resources Generalist

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Dallastown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026
Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Under minimal supervision, is responsible for administering policies and programs covering the following: company policies and practices, recruitment, on-boarding, benefits, leaves of absence, employee relations, performance appraisal, corrective actions, workers compensation, personnel actions and supporting activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Partner with HR Manager/Director to formulate compensation objectives, workforce planning, performance and conduct management, and personnel policies and procedures.
  • Utilizes wide range experience, professional concepts, and company objectives to resolve complex employee issues.
  • Exercises judgement in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluations criteria to solve problems and obtain results.
  • Assists in the facilitation of the annual merit and performance review.
  • Provides managers and employees answers to questions related to company policies and procedures and basic benefits related inquiries.
  • Assists in generation of compliance reporting of the statistical reports for EEO, AAP, and Vets
  • 100 annual filings.
  • Ensures HR recordkeeping is compliant and current.
  • Works closely with the HR Manager/Director on HR projects as required.
  • Supports manager with the annual benefit renewal and open enrollment processes.
  • Consults with and advises employees on their eligibility for these and other related benefits.
  • Responsible for reporting employee injuries to worker compensation carrier. Ensures that accident reports are fully completed and filed properly. Follows up on open claims and works closely with the clinic and WC carrier on case management. Updates OSHA 300 Log.
  • May assist with employment activities such as scheduling interviews, drug screens and processing background checks in support of exempt and nonexempt recruiting and hiring activities and temporary agency activities. Works with managers and supervisors to ensure smooth onboarding of new hires.
  • Assists new employee and benefits orientation sessions.

Other Job Functions

  • Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: May oversee the work of the Receptionist/Administrative Assistant or Administrator on special projects.

Experience And Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
  • Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
  • Ability to practice discretion in handling confidential and sensitive business information.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • B.S. degree, preferably in Human Resources Management. Commensurate experience or professional certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • 8 years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Must be familiar with computers and MS Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Strong experience and significant working knowledge of Federal and State employment laws
  • Must have extensive experience working with an HRIS database.
  • Must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, as well as the ability to meet tight deadlines, and the ability to work in a fast paced, challenging environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Primarily works in an office environment.
  • Some exposure to manufacturing areas.
  • Frequent repetitive motion tasks (i.e.computer use)

Job Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

EEO Is The Law

Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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