HR Generalist

Benchmark Electronics IPO Division; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics is seeking an HR Generalist to support a broad range of HR functions with a focus on Employee Relations, Industrial Relations, Employee Engagement, and Learning & Development.

The role partners with employees and managers to foster a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with Malaysia employment laws and company policies, and drive development initiatives to enhance engagement and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• 1–2 years HR experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and HR practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations matters including grievances, disciplinary issues and investigations.
• Plan and coordinate employee engagement, wellness, recognition, and team-building activities.
• Support employee communications and initiatives to enhance workplace culture and retention.
• Coordinate training programs, maintain training records, and support learning and development initiatives.
• Prepare HR documentation, reports, and employee-related correspondence.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and guidance on HR policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Benchmark Electronics is a global provider of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, supporting customers in industries where quality, reliability, and innovation are critical. With operations across the Americas, Asia, and Europe, Benchmark delivers solutions for sectors including medical, industrial, aerospace & defense, and advanced technologies. At Benchmark, we foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace that empowers employees to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Guided by our commitment of "When It Matters," we help bring complex technologies to life and improve the world around us.

Role Overview

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of human resources functions with a primary focus on Employee Relations (ER), Industrial Relations (IR), Employee Engagement, and Learning & Development (L&D). The role partners closely with employees and managers to foster a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies, support employee development initiatives, and drive engagement activities that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

What You'll Do

Manage employee relations matters including grievances, disciplinary issues and investigations

Plan and coordinate employee engagement, wellness, recognition, and team-building activities.

Support employee communications and initiatives to enhance workplace culture and retention.

Coordinate training programs, maintain training records, and support learning and development initiatives.

Prepare HR documentation, reports, and employee-related correspondence.

Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and provide guidance on HR policies, benefits, procedures, and employment-related matters.

What You'll Need

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Minimum 1-2 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and HR practices.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and confidentiality.

Benchmark Electronics is an established multinational electronics design and manufacturing service provider with over 20 facilities globally. We service market segments ranging from the medical, test & instrumentation, industrial control equipment, telecommunications, computing to military / aerospace. We offer our customers comprehensive and integrated design and manufacturing services from initial product design to volume production and direct order fulfillment.

Benchmark Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

At Benchmark, we celebrate differences where each team member has something to contribute. If you are a high achiever with strong qualities, a positive "can do" attitude, flexible and dynamic, and able to work under pressure, we would like to meet you. Together, let your career take off with us and be part of a world-class team!

Benchmark Electronics is an established multinational electronics design and manufacturing service provider with over 20 facilities globally. We service market segments ranging from the medical, test & instrumentation, industrial control equipment, telecommunications, computing to military / aerospace. We offer our customers comprehensive and integrated design and manufacturing services from initial product design to volume production and direct order fulfillment.

Benchmark Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

At Benchmark, we celebrate differences where each team member has something to contribute. If you are a high achiever with strong qualities, a positive "can do" attitude, flexible and dynamic, and able to work under pressure, we would like to meet you. Together, let your career take off with us and be part of a world-class team!