Dayton HR Generalist — Hands-on People Partner

Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting seeks an HR Generalist to serve as the primary HR resource for the Dayton facility, handling employee relations, coaching, leave administration, compliance, and process improvement. The role offers autonomy in a fast-paced environment and a direct impact on business operations.

The incumbent will build strong relationships with employees and managers, lead investigations, and ensure accurate HR records while aligning with Minnesota policies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience.
• Strong employee relations experience, including investigations and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence supervisors and managers.
• Hands-on experience with leave of absence administration and employee accommodations.
• Strong HR administration skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sound HR judgment with the ability to independently assess situations and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work with urgency and prioritize in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for the Dayton manufacturing facility.
• Build trusted relationships with employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Lead employee relations matters, investigations, performance discussions, and coaching conversations.
• Coach managers and supervisors on employee issues, policies, and workforce decisions.
• Administer leaves of absence, accommodations, and related processes.
• Provide HR guidance within a unionized environment, interpreting collective bargaining provisions.
• Support Minnesota-specific HR policies, compliance initiatives, and handbook updates.
• Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and HR processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with the broader HR team to support a growing workforce.

Skills

Employee relations

Coach managers

Leave administration

HR administration

Attention to detail

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting seeks an HR Generalist to serve as the primary HR resource for the Dayton facility, handling employee relations, coaching, leave administration, compliance, and process improvement. The role offers autonomy in a fast-paced environment and a direct impact on business operations.

The incumbent will build strong relationships with employees and managers, lead investigations, and ensure accurate HR records while aligning with Minnesota policies