Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist provides HR process, administrative, and project support to the assigned site and/or business unit. Performs various human resources duties in areas such as employee engagement, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and employee relations, while supporting recruitment and HR administration.

• Serve as the primary HR partner for manufacturing operations, supporting hourly and salaried employees across multiple shifts.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture; respond to workplace concerns and escalate high-risk issues appropriately.
• Advise leaders and employees on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, corrective actions, and investigations.
• Responsible for the administration of HR functions, including reporting, compliance initiatives, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and employee relations.
• Support the HR team, including HR Business Partner and Talent Acquisition Partner.
• Assist in recruiting efforts and the facilitation of New Employee Orientation as needed.
• Participate in HR projects as required.
• Field routine questions and requests from employees.
• Assist in data and other reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and administer termination process.
• Support engagement initiatives, culture-building activities, and site events.
• Support audits (internal, external, or regulatory), including documentation and responses to requests.
• Assist with training coordination or facilitation (e.g., scheduling, logistics, tracking completion), as needed.
• Perform job-specific tasks in compliance with applicable regulations, international standards, and WuXi AppTec policies and SOPs.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision from supervisor or senior personnel.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• May be required to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends, as business needs require.
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals.
  
  

Job Requirements

Education / Experience

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum 3 years in HR is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• PHR certification preferred.
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to personnel administration and various compensation and benefit plans and practices.
• Knowledge of HR processes and HR compliance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to change.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other applicable software.
• Ability to work under pressure with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage changes in direction.
• Familiarity with and adherence to regulatory guidelines consistent with WuXi requirements.
• Experience working with HRIS is desired but not required.
• Ability to handle details with speed and accuracy is highly desired.