Human Resources Generalist

Austin Allen Company - Professional Recruitment; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Allen Company - Professional Recruitment is seeking a proactive Human Resources Generalist to manage daily HR operations for our manufacturing workforce. You will act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, driving compliance, safety, and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include labor relations, safety, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training, and benefits administration, with a minimum of three years in a unionized setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years HR generalist experience in a unionized manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in union contract administration and grievance resolution.
• Proficiency with HR software/PC tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer collective bargaining agreements and manage union grievances.
• Oversee workers’ compensation claims, drug and alcohol testing, OSHA audits and safety programs.
• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training and succession planning.
• Administer EEO/AA plans, compensation structures, leave administration, and benefits.
• Serve as official media contact and drive process improvements across safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent decision-making

Problem solving

HR software

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Human Resources Generalist / Senior HR Generalist

Salary $70,000 - $115,000 + Bonuses + Benefits + Paid Relocation to the Pacific Northwest

We are seeking a proactive, independent Human Resources professional to manage daily HR operations, employee relations, and strategic programs for our manufacturing workforce. Acting as a trusted consultant to both employees and management, you will drive compliance, safety, and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities for this HR Generalist -

• Labor & Employee Relations: Administer collective bargaining agreements, manage union grievance processes, investigate harassment/discrimination complaints, and maintain a positive workplace culture.
• Safety & Compliance: Manage workers’ compensation claims, oversee drug and alcohol testing, and support OSHA audits and internal safety programs.440
• Talent Management: Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training programs, and succession planning.
• HR Operations: Administer EEO/Affirmative Action plans, compensation/salary structures, leave administration, and employee benefits.
• Strategic Partnership: Act as the official media contact and support continuous process improvement across safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of HR generalist experience in a unionized manufacturing or industrial environment is required.
• Labor Skills: Demonstrated experience in union contract administration, grievance resolution, and pre-negotiation analysis.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, independent decision-making, excellent problem-solving abilities, and proficiency with HR software/PC tools.