Senior HR Generalist

Trelleborg Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid structure

Competitive compensation with bonuses

Generous annual leave

Support for training and education

Positive, inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Trelleborg Group is seeking an HR Generalist in Houston, TX to support the HR Business Partner and act as the primary HR contact for managers and employees. You will manage the employee lifecycle, ensure policy compliance, and drive HR initiatives across local operations.

The role requires hands-on HR experience, strong employee relations skills, and knowledge of labor laws. This position offers a hybrid work structure with opportunities for professional growth and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or relevant business experience.
• Hands-on operational HR background.
• Demonstrable employee relations experience with HR metrics.
• Experience as HR Generalist in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Thorough knowledge of labor legislation.
• Full understanding of all HR functions and best practices.
• Experience supporting multiple international locations and cultures.
• Analytical and goal-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Act as the operational counterpart to the HR Business Partner.
• Support HR initiatives, organizational changes and talent reviews.
• Prepare HR data, reports and analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activities and interviews.
• Prepare employment documentation and onboarding plans.
• Ensure onboarding experience for new hires.
• Support training initiatives and development programs.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance to managers and employees.
• Assist in employee relations cases, grievances and investigations.
• Ensure policy compliance and governance.
• Support performance management and goal setting.
• Contribute to talent and succession planning.
• Maintain HR records and ensure compliance with local law.
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and HR governance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

5+ years HR experience

Job description

About the role

As the HR Generalist you will support the HR Business Partner and act as the primary operational HR contact for managers and employees. You will provide hands‑on HR support throughout the employee lifecycle and ensure the effective execution of HR processes, policies, and initiatives; providing general HR know‑how and guidance on local HR rules, laws and requirements. Additionally you will act as a general advisor for employees and leaders from hire to retire.

Responsibilities

• Act as the operational counterpart to the HR Business Partner.
• Support HR initiatives, organizational changes, talent reviews and people‑related projects.
• Prepare HR data, reports and analyses to support decision‑making.
• Support workforce planning and organizational activities led by the HRBP.
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities.
• Coordinate interviews and candidate communication.
• Prepare employment documentation and onboarding plans.
• Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.
• Coordinate training initiatives and development programs.
• Support employee learning and capability development.
• Assist in identifying organizational training needs.
• Provide day‑to‑day HR guidance to managers and employees.
• Support employee relations cases, disciplinary matters, grievances, investigations and conflict resolution.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.
• Support performance review processes and development discussions.
• Assist managers with goal setting and performance management activities.
• Contribute to talent and succession planning processes.
• Maintain HR records and employee documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and company policies.
• Support audits, reporting requirements and HR governance processes.
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Assist in communication and change management activities.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or relevant business experience in HR, minimum 5 years.
• Hands‑on operational HR background experience.
• Demonstrable employee relations experience with HR metrics.
• Prior experience as an HR Generalist in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Thorough knowledge of labor legislation.
• Full understanding of all HR functions and best practices.
• Experience supporting multiple international locations and working across cultures.
• Analytical and goal‑oriented.

Benefits

• Responsible and results‑oriented task in an internationally active industrial company.
• Encouraging environment offering growth within the company while investing in your training/education.
• Family and congenial working atmosphere with modern equipment.
• Very attractive competitive compensation package inclusive of a bonus.
• Generous annual leave.
• Social and charity events participation.
• Flexible working environment with hybrid structure.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trelleborg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from people of all nationalities, religions, genders, sexual identities, different ages and people with disabilities.