HR Generalist — Growth & People Ops in Manufacturing

Rittal; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rittal North America is seeking an HR Generalist to manage end-to-end human resources activities in a factory environment, including onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and policy administration.

The role supports compliance with federal and state laws, partners with management, and helps implement procedures to improve the employee experience while maintaining strong confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred; SHRM certification preferred.
• 3-5 yrs experience with HR, this is an early career role with development opportunities.
• Excellent communication and people skills, ethics, and cultural awareness.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work independently, and within a team environment to support the overall HR function.
• Knowledge of national laws and regulations related to employment.
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; investigations; performance and talent management; recognition and morale; safety; and training and development.
• Supports new hire orientation and facilitation; pre-employment and offboarding activities.
• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience and HR efficiency.
• Assist in writing and development of HR policies, procedures, forms, memos, templates, and letters.
• Assist in promoting good employee/company relations through recognition and appreciation activities and events.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors; refers complex matters to appropriate staff.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; reviews policies to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in HR and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Cultural awareness

Ethics

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

SHRM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rittal North America is seeking an HR Generalist to manage end-to-end human resources activities in a factory environment, including onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and policy administration.

The role supports compliance with federal and state laws, partners with management, and helps implement procedures to improve the employee experience while maintaining strong confidentiality and professionalism.