HR Generalist

Owens Corning; Stanley (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an HR Generalist in Stanley, VA. This role involves employee relations, benefits administration, and supporting various HR activities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and have at least 2 years of HR experience in a manufacturing setting. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are essential. This position offers a collaborative environment focused on employee engagement and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• PHR certification preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations and benefits administration.
• Coach business decisions with strong partner relationships.
• Identify training and development needs within the organization.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Knowledge of HRIS

Knowledge of employment law

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

UKG

Job description

HR Generalist

Location(s): Stanley, VA, US, 22851

Function: Human Resources

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 68745

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist channels staffing, employee relations, benefits, training, employee engagement, compensation, performance management tracking and a wide variety of other HR generalist activities. This position reports to the Plant Human Resources Manager.

Responsibilities

• Supports traditional HR areas of employee relations, benefits administration, compensation/merit administration, HR compliance, wellness programs and employee activities
• Develops and maintains strong partner relationships with the business and key stakeholders to coach and influence the best business decisions
• Identifies training and development needs within an organization and completes all required annual Human Resources and legal training
• Pre‑screen candidates
• Review disciplinary actions
• Assist in maintaining employee personnel records
• Assist with policies and benefits
• Support Safety, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain with any initiatives
• Support new hire onboarding
• Employee questions / support
• Enhance employee engagement - monitor employee morale and company culture, and manage programs such as recognition, community outreach, onboarding, etc.
• Assist with investigations taking the lead when needed
• Training (soft skills and any new programs, policy changes, etc.)
• Maintain required annual training
• Review and audit Kronos
• Respond to unemployment claims
• Creates an employer brand in the community that will serve our intense recruiting needs over the next few years
• Maintains high visibility to promote HR programs and assist management with effective facility wide communication
• Provides continuous improvement of HR processes

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities, facilitate projects and business processes and work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong collaboration and problem‑solving skills required
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong knowledge of HRIS or ability to learn very quickly
• Knowledge of UKG a plus
• Strong knowledge of employment law and policies
• Intrinsic motivation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Lean knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration or related field
• 2 years HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• PHR certification preferred

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.