What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Precision Castparts?
Purpose
The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to the facility, partnering with leadership to support employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, employee development, and compliance with applicable employment laws.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who demonstrates sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate complex employee matters while balancing employee needs with business objectives. This position requires an active presence on the production floor, building relationships with employees and leaders to support a positive, productive work environment.
Essential Job Functions
The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to the facility, partnering with leadership to support employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, employee development, and compliance with applicable employment laws.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who demonstrates sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate complex employee matters while balancing employee needs with business objectives. This position requires an active presence on the production floor, building relationships with employees and leaders to support a positive, productive work environment.
Essential Job Functions
- Partner with plant leadership to provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational effectiveness.
- Conduct workplace investigations involving employee complaints, misconduct, harassment, discrimination, attendance, and workplace conflicts; document findings and recommend appropriate resolutions.
- Coach supervisors and managers on corrective action, conflict resolution, employee development, performance expectations, and documentation.
- Maintain a visible HR presence on the production floor, building relationships with employees and leadership to proactively identify and address workforce concerns.
- Support employee engagement and retention initiatives, including employee feedback sessions, recognition programs, monthly engagement calendars and continuous improvement efforts.
- Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, CTFMLA, and workplace accommodations, ensuring appropriate documentation, tracking, and compliance.
- Coordinate hourly performance reviews and support employee development and training initiatives.
- Manage recruitment activities, including requisitions, applicant screening, interviews, pre-employment processes, and employment offers.
- Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, employee records, and HR systems administration.
- Manage the new hire probationary process, including tracking probationary periods, coordinating check-ins and performance reviews, monitoring required training completion, and partnering with supervisors to ensure timely feedback, development, and successful onboarding.
- Administer the Co-op Program, including onboarding, coordinating training and development activities, conducting regular progress check-ins, and partnering with department leadership to ensure a structured and meaningful learning experience
- Facilitate employee meetings, training sessions, and exit interviews as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational priorities and organizational initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Strong employee relations, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated ability to execute projects, drive process improvements, and deliver results.
- Willingness to embrace emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to improve HR effectiveness and efficiency.
- Reports directly to the Human Resources Manager.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 2–4 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience in employee relations, workplace investigations, and coaching leadership.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and applicable workplace regulations.
- Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and HR administration.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and effectively communicate with employees and leadership at all levels.