HR Generalist Morristown

Renold plc.; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Renold plc. is seeking an on-site Human Resources Generalist for our Morristown, TN facility. You will lead recruitment, manage HR administration, coordinate plant communications, and support EHS programs.

The role requires collaboration with site leaders and employees to provide timely HR services and compliance. This in-office position emphasizes hands-on HR activities across recruitment, administration, and EHS coordination to ensure smooth operations and workforce engagement at the

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar HR role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience recruiting skilled employees and managing multiple openings simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of HR administration, employee relations, and employment practices.
• Strong organization, recordkeeping, written communication, and follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment and build trust with employees and plant leaders.
• Proficiency with HR information systems and standard office software.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for Morristown positions, focusing on production and skilled manufacturing roles.
• Coordinate offers, pre-employment requirements, onboarding, and new-hire paperwork.
• Maintain staffing records and report hiring progress and turnover monthly.
• Maintain personnel records and perform HR transactions in HRIS; respond to HR inquiries from employees and supervisors.
• Support employee relations through documentation and coordination with site leadership.
• Track training and policy acknowledgments; coordinate leave and accommodations as needed.
• Prepare clear communications about staffing changes, programs, training, and updates.
• Support site EHS administrative tasks and assist with audits or inspections.

Skills

Recruitment

HR administration

Employee relations

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day to day people needs of our Morristown manufacturing facility. This on site role leads site recruitment, manages HR administration, coordinates plant communications, and assists the site’s environmental, health, and safety (EHS) manager in admin functions. The HR Generalist reports to the site General Manager and partners closely with the site leaders to provide timely, consistent support to employees and supervisors.

Function and Scope:

Recruitment and staffing

• Manage the full recruitment process for Morristown positions, with particular attention to production and skilled manufacturing roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, prepare job postings, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and communicate with applicants.
• Coordinate offers, pre-employment requirements, new-hire paperwork, orientation, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate staffing records and report on open positions, hiring progress, and turnover monthly.

HR administration and employee support

• Maintain accurate personnel records and complete HR transactions in HRIS, including hires, transfers, job changes, and separations.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employees and supervisors on HR policies, benefits processes, attendance, and routine workplace questions.
• Support employee relations matters through documentation, fact gathering, and coordination with site leadership and the Regional HR Director, as appropriate.
• Track and audit required training, policy acknowledgments, and other site HR records.
• Coordinate leave and accommodation requests with the appropriate procedures and level of authority
• Prepare and distribute clear, timely communications about staffing changes, company programs, training, events, and operational updates.
• Maintain effective communication channels for employees across plant departments and shifts.
• Help supervisors communicate workplace expectations and policy updates consistently.

EHS administration

• Coordinate the administrative side of site EHS programs, including training records, required documentation, reporting deadlines, and follow up.
• Assist site leadership with incident documentation, corrective action tracking, safety communications, and preparation for audits or inspections.
• Partner with the individuals responsible for EHS decisions and technical oversight to keep records and processes current.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a similar HR role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience recruiting skilled employees and managing multiple openings at once.
• Working knowledge of HR administration, employee relations, and employment practices.
• Strong organization, recordkeeping, written communication, and follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment and build trust with employees and plant leaders.
• Comfort working in HR information systems and standard office software.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

This is an in-office position based at the Morristown manufacturing facility. The role involves regular interaction with employees and leaders in both office and plant settings.