Human Resources Generalist

Join Our Team as an HR Generalist!

The Human Resources Generalist serves as the primary HR contact for Witron & union employees across the United States and California. This role advises employees and managers on matters related to the employee handbook, employee & union relations, benefits, workers’ compensation, safety incident reporting, timecards, and more. The HR Generalist also supports the HR department in various employee activities and strategic initiatives.

Salary: $55k-$70k

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership

• Align HR strategies with business goals in collaboration with operations leaders.
• Identify workforce trends and recommend solutions to address challenges.

Talent Management

• Develop and implement creative retention strategies for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Partner with leadership to assess talent needs, create development plans, and improve performance.

Employee Relations

• Advise on and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and labor laws.
• Train managers on effective union relations and strategies for positive interactions.
• Act as a key contact point in negotiations and maintaining the relationship with union representatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations issues.
• Manage conflict resolution processes and ensure a compliant, positive work environment.
• Represent the organization in personnel-related hearings and investigations as needed.

Performance Management

• Assist with Managers performance appraisal processes, corrective actions and performance improvement plans.
• Support managers in setting and achieving performance goals.
• Support coaching and counseling initiatives for on-site staff.

HR Policies & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies are current and compliant with local and state laws.
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation and legal compliance.

Data-Driven Insights

• Use HRIS tools to analyze metrics and drive decision-making.
• Prepare and present HR reports to senior management.

Culture & Engagement

• Lead initiatives that foster a positive company culture and high employee engagement.
• Enhance employee satisfaction and retention through surveys, feedback, and targeted programs.

Safety

• Enforce company safety policies and practices.
• Report noncompliance issues to operations leadership.

What You'll Need:

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Proven experience advising operations leaders on business practices and outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment laws.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
• Strategic thinker with practical problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player willing to support all HR functions.
• Flexible schedule with ability to respond to after-hours challenges.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Familiarity with California's specific employment laws and regulations is crucial.
• Experience with unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements is a key differentiator.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 2–4 years of on-site HR experience with a proven track record in HR operations and leadership collaboration.
• HR certification preferred (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).

Physical Requirements:

• Domestic travel to U.S. sites required.
• Occasional international travel may be required.

Why WITRON?

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of technology with WITRON's advanced automated material handling system.
• Continuous Growth: Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: WITRON values employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer three (3) bonus opportunities, comprehensive health benefits. We offer company paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance. We offer a great 401(k) match, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and much more!

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

Apply now to take the next step in your career journey.

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.