HR Generalist

Johnson Controls; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Benefits package including 401K, med/d

On-the-job training

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an HR Generalist to act as a trusted partner to plant leadership and employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will deliver core HR programs, support performance management, employee relations and workforce planning while ensuring policy and legal compliance.

You will collaborate with Payroll, Operations and EHS to enhance engagement, development and organizational effectiveness, while maintaining accurate records and HRIS data across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years of work experience in HR or related area.
• Experience handling sensitive employee matters with discretion and ethics.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to influence others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core HR programs locally, ensuring policy and law compliance.
• Support performance management, employee relations and engagement initiatives.
• Assist payroll, timekeeping, and leave administration as needed.
• Partner with Payroll, Operations and EHS to improve workforce outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Handle sensitive matters

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What do we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental and vision care
• On-the-job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What will you do

The HR Generalist serves as an entry-level trusted Human Resources partner to plant leadership and employees, providing hands-on HR support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for the local delivery and execution of core HR programs and services while ensuring compliance with company policies, employment laws and operational objectives. The HR Generalist will help the HR Manager and operations leaders drive employee engagement, talent development, workforce planning, performance management, employee relations and organizational effectiveness.

How you will do it

• Support managers regarding the administration of performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, employee development and leadership effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws, company policies and HR procedures.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends, engagement data and employee feedback to identify opportunities for retention and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate, complete and confidential employee records and HRIS data.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary HR contact for employee questions, concerns and policy interpretation.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and internal job postings.
• Facilitate employee communications, training programs and HR initiatives that support business objectives.
• Partner with Payroll, Operations and Environmental Health & Safety teams to support employee experience, compliance and operational excellence.
• Monitor workforce metrics and provide recommendations to leadership that improve employee engagement and organizational performance.
• Assist with payroll, timekeeping, leave administration and other HR operational activities as needed.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• 2+ years of work experience. This can include internships, summer jobs while in high school & college, etc.
• Experience using a computer for administrative tasks.
• Aptitude in handling sensitive employee matters.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, coaching and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Multi-shift manufacturing or plant HR experience.
• Payroll and timekeeping experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience leading employee engagement, retention and change management initiatives.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$75,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us #LI-Onsite Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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