Human Resources Generalist

Locke Solutions, a 2024 Best Places to Work winner and Aggie 100 honoree, is a premier provider of custom precast concrete solutions. Led by a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, we’ve been recognized as Houston’s #1 Fastest Growing Company.

Expanding rapidly, our mission—“To make our customers’ lives easier and our employees’ lives better”—drives everything we do through our core values: Responsiveness, Team Player, Taking Ownership, Get It Done Attitude, and Problem Solvers.

ROLE SUMMARY

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our workforce receives responsive and comprehensive support in various HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding, engagement, development benefits, and pay administration. You will play a vital role in creating a positive and supportive work environment for our employees, contributing to their professional growth and overall satisfaction. This position requires a strong focus on customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. We are seeking an individual with a passion for making a positive impact on employees' lives and contributing to the overall success of our organization.

You will partner closely with leaders and team members to deliver an exceptional employee experience across the full HR lifecycle—onboarding, benefits, engagement, performance, and everything in between. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, approachable, and genuinely passionate about making a positive impact on people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Great First Impressions: Lead the onboarding process, ensuring every new hire feels welcomed, supported, and excited to join the Locke team.
• Support Our People Daily: Serve as a go-to resource for employees—answering questions, solving problems, and providing guidance with empathy and discretion.
• Reinforce Locke’s Culture Through Appreciation: I support employee engagement and recognition programs that celebrate contributions and strengthen belonging.
• Manage Payroll and Benefits: Process bi-weekly payroll and oversee benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and timely support for employee needs.
• Partner with Leaders: Collaborate with managers to navigate employee relations, performance discussions, and disciplinary actions in a fair and consistent manner.
• Foster Growth and Compliance: Support required training, certifications, and professional development programs to help employees stay compliant and advance their skills.
• Ensure Legal and Ethical Integrity: Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and regularly review policies to reflect best practices.
• Champion HR Systems and Processes: Help optimize our HR systems and processes to enhance employee experience and improve efficiency.
• Stay Curious and Current: Keep up with trends in HR, talent management, and employment law to bring fresh ideas to the team.
• Be a Cultural Ambassador: Model Locke’s core values in everything you do
• Performs other HR related duties as assigned.

KEY RESULTS:

• Achieve a 95% or higher rate of employees answering "Yes" when asked, "Are you confident your HR-related questions will be answered in a timely fashion?"
  • Establish efficient communication channels
  • Prioritize employee inquiries and consistently deliver accurate and timely responses
• Ensure that every employee experiences "The Locke Experience" 100% of the time, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Promoting and demonstrating commitment to our company culture and values
  • Actively promote a sense of belonging and inclusion
  • Seek and present opportunities to enhance the employee experience
  • Assist with system enhancements and process improvement initiatives that facilitate a positive employee experience
• Successful completion for new hire onboarding tasks, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.
  • Coordinate seamless onboarding processes
  • Provide comprehensive support to new hires
  • Proactively address any onboarding challenges or issues
• Increase employee engagement through the successful implementation of employee recognition programs and internal training initiatives.
  • Implement employee recognition initiatives
  • Facilitate engaging training sessions, and actively solicit feedback to continuously improve programs

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources roles.
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proactive problem solver with a customer service-oriented mindset.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus

If you are passionate about enhancing the employee experience, fostering a positive work environment, and contributing to organizational growth, we invite you to apply. At Locke Solutions we value integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Join us in creating a workplace where every employee feels valued and empowered to succeed. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!