HR Generalist

Trane Technologies plc; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Holistic wellness programs

15 vacation days

Paid holidays

Sick leave

401K match

Tuition assistance

Student debt support

Job summary

The HR Generalist will support human resources operations at a manufacturing plant operating in a unionized environment. This role partners with plant leadership, employees, and union representatives to support workforce relations, staffing, employee engagement, policy administration, compliance, training, and HR programs.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment, balancing employee advocacy with business needs, and helping ensure consistent application of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing plant environment preferred.
• Experience in a unionized setting preferred.
• Knowledge of HR systems – Workday and UKG preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support HR strategies and programs aligned with business goals.
• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and supervisors.
• Oversee staffing, onboarding, training, and employee engagement.
• Maintain employee records per policy and legal standards.
• Analyze HR data for management decisions.
• Partner with managers on attendance and employee relations investigations.
• Support union-related processes and labor meeting prep.
• Assist with interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Promote a positive, safe workplace culture.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruiting

Labor law knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Workday

UKG

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

UKG

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Where is the work: On-Site (5 days)

Job Summary

The HR Generalist will support human resources operations at a manufacturing plant operating in a unionized environment. This role partners with plant leadership, employees, and union representatives to support workforce relations, staffing, employee engagement, policy administration, compliance, training, and HR programs. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment, balancing employee advocacy with business needs, and helping ensure consistent application of labor agreements, company policies, and employment practices.

What you will do

• Responsible for support in execution of HR strategies and programs that support business and corporate goals.
• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to employees and supervisors on questions, concerns, and HR-related matters.
• Oversees staffing efforts, new employee onboarding, HR training programs, employee communications and employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation in accordance with company policy, labor requirements, and legal standards.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret HR related data for report generation and management decision making
• Partner with managers on attendance, corrective action, and employee relation issues, such as conducting and completing investigations regarding allegations, complaints, or other concerns brought up from employees.
• Support union-related processes such as grievance tracking, documentation and preparation for labor meetings.
• Assist with administration and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement in partnership with HR leadership and plant management.
• Promote a positive, respectful workplace culture aligned with safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Other duties as needed

This job will require 5-10% travel.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field required
• Past experience in a manufacturing plant environment, strongly preferred
• Experience with a broad HR Generalist skill, including employee relations, recruiting, local and federal law knowledge.
• Experience supporting employees in a unionized setting, strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a professional, positive, courteous manner at all times
• Detail-orientated, organized, with a strong sense of urgency.
• Self-motivated with ability to establish priorities and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of HR Systems – Workday and UKG experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office applications

Compensation

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $51,800.00 - $93,309.99

Compensation Type: Salary

Incentive Eligible: No

Sales Commission Eligible: No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Benefits

• Thrive at work and at home: Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives - WE DARE TO CARE! Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations
• Safety Sensitive Role: No
• The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we're climate innovators with the courage to look at our world's challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren't afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job - it's the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what's possible for a more sustainable future.

Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life's demands, and more - you'll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

At Trane Technologies, we believe in providing equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]