HR Generalist I — Manufacturing & Talent Development

Tenneco Inc.; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Inc. in Michigan is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Generalist I to support employees and leaders in a fast-paced automotive environment.

You will help with employee relations, recruiting and onboarding, performance management, training, employee engagement, HR systems, and compliance. This role offers exposure to manufacturing operations and the full employee lifecycle while building broad HR experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Interest in developing a career in Human Resources within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an initial HR point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding policies, programs, and general HR questions.
• Partner with HR team members to address employee concerns and support consistent application of company policies and practices.
• Assist leaders with routine employee relations and performance management matters.
• Build positive working relationships with employees and leaders across the organization.
• Support recruiting activities for hourly and salaried positions, including interview coordination, candidate communication, and pre-employment processes.
• Coordinate new-hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Partner with hiring managers to help create an effective new-hire experience.
• Support annual performance management, goal-setting, talent review, and development processes.
• Assist with employee development activities and training coordination.
• Help maintain employee profiles, development information, and other talent-related records in the company's HR systems.
• Support employee engagement, recognition, communication, and culture initiatives.
• Assist with employee events and activities that strengthen teamwork and connection.
• Participate in HR and cross-functional projects focused on improving the employee experience.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR system information.
• Support HR reporting and basic workforce data analysis.
• Assist with leave, attendance, policy administration, and other employee lifecycle processes.
• Help ensure HR practices are administered consistently and in accordance with company policies and applicable employment requirements.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality of employees and business information.
• Identify opportunities to simplify and improve HR processes.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop an understanding of manufacturing operations, business priorities, and how HR contributes to operational performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Discretion

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Tenneco Inc. in Michigan is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Generalist I to support employees and leaders in a fast-paced automotive environment.

You will help with employee relations, recruiting and onboarding, performance management, training, employee engagement, HR systems, and compliance. This role offers exposure to manufacturing operations and the full employee lifecycle while building broad HR experience.