Human Resources Generalist

Generac International; Holdrege (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to partner with internal groups and ensure seamless HR programs and processes across our business. You will advise managers on employee relations, administer compensation and job evaluations, and support staffing initiatives with Talent Acquisition.

The role emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local laws, plus coordinating training to enhance workforce skills and performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field or equivalent experience.
• PHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal groups to coordinate HR programs and processes within a business function.
• Implement and enforce programs and policies to drive employee engagement and performance.
• Advise supervisors on employee relations, training, and development of their teams.
• Administer compensation programs, salary planning, and job evaluations.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition for staffing and employment-branding initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and company policies.
• Coordinate and support training initiatives to enhance employee skills.
• Recruit hourly manufacturing staff in a seasonal environment and professional/technical roles.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Confidentiality

HR policy knowledge

Training & development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field OR equivalent experience

PHR certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

• Partner with internal customer groups to ensure coordination of HR programs and processes within a specific business function or segment of the company.
• Implement and enforce programs and policies that drive employee engagement and performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor for supervisors and managers regarding employee relations, training and development of their teams.
• Administer compensation programs, salary planning, and job evaluations.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Team for staffing and to drive employment-branding initiatives.
• Ensure personal and company compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations; ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and support training initiatives for employees to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field OR equivalent experience

Work Experience

• 2 years of HR experience within a fast-paced working environment.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive employee information and maintain confidentiality at all times

Preferred Job Requirements

Certification / License

• PHR certification

Work Experience

• Workday Experience
• Previous experience in manufacturing
• Experience implementing new HR processes and programs.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Experience recruiting hourly manufacturing employees in a seasonal environment and/or experience recruiting professional and technical employees.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities or organizational needs.
• Accurately maintain employee records, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide excellent service to employees by addressing their HR needs, concerns, and inquiries promptly and professionally.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”