HR Generalist

Full-time | On-site | Human Resources | Location – Olathe, KS

The HR Business Generalist is an integral member of the US People Relations Team and serves as a trusted resource to both employees and leadership. This role provides day-to-day HR guidance, supports a positive and inclusive employee experience, and helps leaders navigate people-related matters with fairness, consistency, and care. The HR Business Advisor promotes a culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for employees, managers/supervisors, offering clear and consistent, people-first HR guidance
• Advise and coach leaders on performance, conduct, attendance, and employee wellbeing topics with fairness and consistency. Ensure compliance with company policies, state and federal laws, and internal standards.
• Manage day to day employee relations issues including counseling, investigations, and terminations.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment coordination and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate employee records within HRIS systems (Workday/UKG) and support ongoing system enhancements.
• Prepare HR-related communications and documentation, including letters, reports, and case notes.
• Schedule and facilitate training sessions for HR topics and assist with employee engagement and DEI initiatives.
• Assist employees through leave-of-absence processes and support unemployment and workers’ compensation documentation as needed.
• Monitor and report on people-related data and trends to support proactive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Partner across HR and the broader business to deliver projects that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
• Act as a culture champion, reinforcing a respectful, inclusive, values-based work environment.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) including:
• Talent Acquisition
• Talent Development
• HR Operations & Reward
• Employee Experience & Internal Communications
• Change Management & Strategic Projects
  

How To Succeed

We’re looking for someone who can come up with simple solutions to complex problems. Success in this role looks like:

• Comfortable navigating day-to-day people matters and providing guidance with empathy and professionalism.
• Able to simplify complex situations into clear, practical solutions.
• Skilled in building trust across the organization through consistent follow-through and integrity.
  
  

You Should Bring

• Intermediate proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Effective time management, prioritization, and documentation skills.
• High level of discretion and respect for confidentiality.
• A foundational understanding of HR policies and U.S. employment law, with a desire to continue learning.
  
  

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR experience in a corporate environment with growing responsibility for advising leaders on employee relations matters, ensuring HR compliance alignment, and conducting HR investigations.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and employee support.
• Prior experience supporting HR in a corporate environment.
• Exposure to U.S. employee relations and HR compliance with increasing responsibility for advising and supporting case resolution.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, UKG) and/or Learning Management Systems (e.g., SuccessFactors, Cornerstone).
  
  

Benefits

You’ll be part of a people-centric culture, where your well-being matters. Our comprehensive package offers standard benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, plus our incredible dollar for dollar 401(k) match up to 6%.

We Also Offer

• Hybrid work schedule offered after 90-days of employment
• Opportunities for professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses
  
  

PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.



About Tvh

TVH is a global one stop shop for spare parts and accessories for forklift trucks, industrial equipment, and agricultural machinery. Our 4600 colleagues are the strength, heart and soul of TVH. We are a dynamic team, where initiative and entrepreneurship are valued, and innovation takes center stage.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and believe our differences make us stronger. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.