HR Generalist

Crane Company; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronics in Chandler, AZ is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to partner with operations leadership in a manufacturing setting. This role provides frontline guidance on employee relations, staffing, compliance, and workers’ compensation, collaborating with the HR team to drive fair and effective HR practices.

The position requires a BS in Business or HR, with preference for ITAR awareness and US person eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR and administrative processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with applicable state and federal HR laws.
• Strong MS Office skills and data handling.
• BS Degree in Business or HR required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for designated client groups, ensuring confidentiality and prompt issue resolution.
• Administer HR processes including data management, reporting, and new hires, promotions, and terminations; coordinate onboarding.
• Manage employee relations and ensure fair policy application; escalate to HR leadership when needed.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, FMLA, OSHA/Workers' Compensation,Return-to-Work programs, and training requirements.
• Support HR events and project-based work to improve efficiency, staffing and development.

Skills

HR Generalist knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Team facilitation

Education

BS Degree in Business or HR

Tools

Workday

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a HR Generalist at our Chandler, AZ location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms, come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful, sunny Chandler, Arizona. You’ll join a first-class, dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier, quality products. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state-of-the art solutions – all in a family-first community with top-rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The HR Generalist serves as a key partner to leaders across designated client groups, providing hands‑on human resources support in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role delivers frontline guidance on employee relations, compliance, staffing, and workforce programs while collaborating closely with senior HR team members to drive consistent, fair, and development-focused HR practices. The HR Generalist manages non‑exempt recruiting, oversees critical compliance activities, supports Workers’ Compensation and return‑to‑work processes, and contributes to organizational effectiveness through project‑based initiatives. With a strong focus on employee advocacy, operational efficiency, and regulatory adherence, this role helps ensure a safe, productive, and engaged workplace.

HR Generalist Essential Functions:

• Serve as the primary HR contact, responding to employee inquiries at all levels, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining strict confidentiality of all personnel information.
• Administer Workday processes including employee data management, reporting, and coordination of all employment actions (new hires, promotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs, payroll changes, etc.); lead New Hire Orientation.
• Manage employee relations issues in a manufacturing environment, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and escalating concerns to HR leadership when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external programs such as ADA, FMLA, payroll audits, Workers Compensation, Return‑to‑Work, and organizational compliance training; coordinate directly with employees, leaders, and third‑party providers.
• Oversee HR‑led events (Open Enrollment, employee engagement events, service awards, philanthropy) and support project‑based work related to efficiency, staffing, talent management, and organizational development.
• Maintain confidentiality and support additional tasks assigned by management to meet HR and business needs.

Non‑Essential Functions:

• Serve as HR/Leadership sponsor for the local Employee Activities Committee

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous HR and administrative experience preferred

• Knowledge: Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures with HR Generalist knowledge required including applicable state and federal laws

• Skills/Abilities: Ability to handle highly confidential information and manage information with utmost integrity. Demonstrated strong MS Office skill (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Power Point); Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and team facilitation skills

• Education/Certification: BS Degree in Business, Human Resources or related field required; advanced degree strongly preferred

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ year(s) HR Generalist experience and Administrative Asst. preferred

Working Conditions** : **

• Standard office environment
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary