HR Generalist

9999 Suzano Packaging LLC; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Programs

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Suzano is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join our Pine Bluff, AR facility. You will be a tactical partner to plant leadership, supporting employee relations, policy implementation, workforce planning and compliance across a small multi-site operation.

In this role, you will lead recruiting and onboarding for hourly and salaried positions, drive engagement initiatives, and ensure consistent HR practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in HR Generalist or similar role.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong employee relations and performance management skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS (Workday preferred) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and operational priorities.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding for hourly and salaried roles with Talent Acquisition.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, program rollouts and internal communications strategies.
• Champion Suzano's culture and apply HR policies consistently across departments.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local labor laws and labor agreements.
• Analyze HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, training hours) to support decisions.
• Investigate escalated employee concerns and provide business-focused recommendations.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee Relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Labor Relations

Policy Implementation

HR Analytics

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / Psychology

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nice to meet you, We Are Suzano! At Suzano, we believe innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. This union gave rise to a meaningful attitude: innovability, which guides us in thinking outside the box and looking beyond to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. We plant and grow trees. We transform this renewable raw material into innovative and sustainable bioproducts that are part of the everyday life of over 2 billion people. We cultivate life on the sheet of the notebook that teaches children, in the diaper that protects babies, in the biodegradable cup of coffee that does not harm the environment, in absorbent papers and in the convenience of using sustainable packaging. Get to know us in 2 minutes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7Dksqf_Nb4

Nice to meet you, We Are Suzano! At Suzano, we believe innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. This union gave rise to a meaningful attitude: innovability, which guides us in thinking outside the box and looking beyond to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. We plant and grow trees. We transform this renewable raw material into innovative and sustainable bioproducts that are part of the everyday life of over 2 billion people. We cultivate life on the sheet of the notebook that teaches children, in the diaper that protects babies, in the biodegradable cup of coffee that does not harm the environment, in absorbent papers and in the convenience of using sustainable packaging. Get to know us in 2 minutes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed9ZhpyTJXI

About the Role:

Suzano is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team at our Pine Bluff, AR facility. This role will be essential in serving as a tactical partner and trusted advisor to plant leadership, while supporting a wide range of HR functions, including employee / labor relations, policy creation and implementation, workforce planning, labor compliance, performance management, vendor maintenance / coordination, organizational development and others. This role acts as the gap between HR strategies and local operational execution to ensure a strong, engaged, and high-performing workforce. This role will support the employees at the Pine Bluff Mill and a small converting facility in Waynesville, NC.

What You’re Going to Do:

• Partner with plant leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and operational priorities.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts for hourly and salaried roles in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team.
• Support and drive employee engagement initiatives, program rollouts and internal communications strategies.
• Champion Suzano's culture and values, ensuring consistent application of HR practices across departments.
• Mitigate risk by ensuring compliance with federal and local labor laws, collective-bargaining agreements, and Suzano’s HR policies and procedures.
• Analyze HR metrics and KPIs (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, training hours) to support data-driven decisions.
• Support HR initiatives such as change initiatives, compensation benchmarking, and organizational changes.
• Investigate escalated employee concerns, provide recommendations and guidance to the business.

What We Expect from You:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in an HR Generalist, HRBP, or similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Must be self-driven and able to work autonomously while maintaining a strong sense of accountability.
• Basic analytical skills (spreadsheets and reporting).
• Being comfortable escalating complex issues.
• Possess an ability to work effectively with different people and departments.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a unionized environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.

What We’re Looking For:

• Process-Driven Mindset: Focused on efficiency, standardization, and sustainable performance.
• People Developer: Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to build a resilient and capable workforce.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment undergoing change and growth.

Professionals who share our values Suzano - People and Culture. Read more here: https://www.suzano.com.br/en/suzano/about-us/people-and-culture

We are pleased to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package for this role, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage options to support your health and well‑being.
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company matching contributions to help you save for the future.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for personal and work-related issues.
• Wellness Programs: Access to programs promoting physical and mental health.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services, including travel, electronics, and more.

Professionals who share our values Suzano - People and Culture. Read more here: https://www.suzano.com.br/en/suzano/about-us/people-and-culture

We are pleased to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package for this role, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options with nationwide networks to support your physical health and preventive care.
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-paid basic coverage and optional plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage to help protect your income in case of illness or injury.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Tax-advantaged accounts with company contributions to help manage healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Options for healthcare, limited-purpose, and dependent care expenses.
• Voluntary Benefits: Additional protection through accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Suzano is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Suzano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Suzano complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All positions at Suzano are subject to random drug and alcohol screening, performed in conformance with applicable law and internal Policy.