HR Generalist

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions is seeking an HR Generalist to support employees, managers, and HR teams in a hands-on, customer-focused role. You’ll handle HR transactions, inquiries, and documentation while partnering with Talent Acquisition, HRIS, Payroll, and Legal to improve the employee experience.

You will support onboarding, accommodations, immigration, and compliance processes in a collaborative, global environment with teams across multiple countries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR/related field.
• 2+ years in HR, recruiting, HR operations, or related role.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and lifecycle processes.
• Experience using HRIS, ATS, learning or case-management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Own HR issues from intake to resolution with proper documentation.
• Serve as first point of contact for HR questions from employees and managers.
• Promote consistent HR guidance using SOPs and templates.
• Identify process gaps and trends; propose improvements.
• Collaborate with HR Partners to provide generalist support across client groups.
• Coordinate employee lifecycle transactions with proper controls.

Skills

HR operations

Recruiting support

Employee relations

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Applicant Tracking System

Learning systems

Job description

Job Location (Short): Tucson, Arizona, USA, 85706

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Shape the Future of Mining with Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions: At Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions, we're not just talking about progress and innovation - we're making it happen. Our cutting-edge Modular brand solutions are powering mines worldwide, driving efficiency and sustainability in ways thatseemed impossible just years ago.

Job Overview

The Human Resources Generalist provides HR operational support to employees, managers, and the HR team on a wide range of topics. The role serves as a primary contact within the HR Solution Center model and owns or coordinates HR transactions, approvals, employee inquiries, policy support, recruiting assistance, accommodation and immigration administration, and HR data integrity. The position works closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, HRIS, Payroll, Benefits, Legal, and external partners to resolve questions, complete transactions, maintain documentation, and improve the employee and manager experience. As an HR Generalist, you’ll often be in close contact with our existing employees and be one of the first people our prospective and new hires interact with. This means you have an excellent opportunity to create favorable impressions and be the face of the HR department!

You'll work with an HR team that is willing to support each other and is highly collaborative with weekly team meetings, semi-annual (or more) onsite team meetings, and frequent communication via Teams chats. You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with members of our business in other countries, such as Canada, Australia, Chile, Peru, Brazil, and South Africa.

Key Job Responsibilities

HR Solution Center and Employee Support

• Own HR issues from intake through resolution, including follow-up, documentation, communication, and confirmation of completion.
• Serve as a first point of contact for HR questions from employees and managers, providing timely, practical guidance and escalating complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate HR Business Partner or specialist.
• Use and maintain operating procedures, decision guides, templates, and knowledge resources to promote consistent HR guidance and service.
• Identify recurring questions, process gaps, and trends, and recommend improvements.
• Work collaboratively with HR Business Partners to understand client groups and provide generalist support

HR Transactions, Approvals, and Data Accuracy

• Initiate, review, coordinate, and track assigned employee lifecycle transactions and approvals in accordance with established controls and authorization requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete employee data and supporting documentation across HR systems; perform routine audits, reconcile discrepancies, and coordinate corrections with HR Operations or HRIS.
• Protect confidential employee information and apply appropriate records-management and data-privacy practices.

ADA, Accommodations, and Immigration Support

• Coordinate accommodation requests, including intake, required documentation, status tracking, communications, and implementation follow-up, in partnership with HR leadership and Legal as appropriate.
• Maintain confidential and complete accommodation records and track required review dates or next steps.
• Coordinate immigration-related case administration with employees, managers, external counsel, and internal stakeholders, including information collection, document tracking, deadline monitoring, and status communication. Maintain centralized records of all employees in the immigration process with MTS.

Recruiting and Onboarding Support

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support requisition administration, sourcing, candidate screening, interview coordination, candidate communications, and pre-employment activities.
• Review application and resume information to identify qualified candidates and support proactive sourcing strategies as assigned.
• Coordinate background checks, reference checks, and other pre-employment requirements in accordance with established standards.
• Support new-hire readiness and onboarding handoffs, ensuring required information and transactions are complete and accurate.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Two or more years of experience in human resources, recruiting, HR operations, training administration, or a related employee-support role.
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employee lifecycle processes, documentation standards, confidentiality requirements, and applicable employment regulations.
• Experience using HRIS, applicant tracking, learning, case-management, or similar business systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, customer focus, organization, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a matrixed environment.

Additional Information

• Experience supporting ADA accommodations, immigration case administration, HR audits, policy maintenance, recruiting, or employee data transactions.
• Experience in a multi-site, global, technology, engineering, manufacturing, or mining-related organization.
• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent, or a willingness to pursue it.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affinitve Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.