HR Generalist: On-the-Floor People Partner & Engagement

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance and wellness programs

Job summary

Silgan Containers seeks an HR Generalist for its Kenosha, WI plant. The role emphasizes building relationships with hourly employees and plant leadership to support HR needs across shifts.

You will handle employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliant HR practices while fostering a positive workplace culture. The position requires strong communication, a hands-on approach on the manufacturing floor, and flexibility to interact with multiple shifts within a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma; associates or bachelor's in HR/Business preferred.
• 2 years HR experience in manufacturing or 7+ years as HR Generalist.
• Strong employee relations, engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR needs on the plant floor with a focus on relationships.
• Recruit, interview, and onboard hourly manufacturing staff (Workday ATS).
• Administer HR docs, benefits, FMLA, leave, and compliance with laws.
• Process daily labor hours, shift trades, and attendance in Kronos; coordinate with plant leadership.

Skills

Employee relations

Employee engagement

Communication

HR policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or bachelor's in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Silgan Containers seeks an HR Generalist for its Kenosha, WI plant. The role emphasizes building relationships with hourly employees and plant leadership to support HR needs across shifts.

You will handle employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliant HR practices while fostering a positive workplace culture. The position requires strong communication, a hands-on approach on the manufacturing floor, and flexibility to interact with multiple shifts within a 24/7 operation.