Human Resources Generalist

Gaylord Industries; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW seeks an internal HR partner to support a production plant on-site in the United States. The role covers full-cycle HR, from recruiting and payroll to safety and employee relations, with a focus on compliance and engagement. Reports to the HR Manager.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in HR or business and 1–4 years of HR experience, capable of working standard hours and occasionally outside them to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business.
• 1–4 years of experience in human resources.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the plant.
• Lead recruitment activities for hourly roles.
• Ensure all documentation complies with legal requirements.
• Maintain communications with employees and handbook understanding.
• Coordinate the Safety program and promote a zero-incident culture.
• Assist HR projects with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Manage timekeeping and payroll system.
• Coordinate new employee orientation activities.
• Handle employee relations issues (mild to medium).
• Provide training on employee relations, compliance, and engagement.
• Act as Wellness Champion for corporate wellness initiatives.
• Manage annual United Way campaign.
• Present employee benefits and support benefits inquiries.
• Work with third party administrators on FMLA, STD, ADA matters.
• Administer Workday transactions.
• Attendance record keeping per laws.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic mindset

Time management

Payroll administration

Leave management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business

Tools

ADP

HRIS

Job description

Position Summary

This position will serve as an internal customer support business partner for the production plant. This will include full cycle recruiting, administration and lead the safety program, employee engagement, leave and attendance tracking, company activity planning, payroll, and employee records. Ensuring accuracy and legal compliance both federally and state. Provides internal support and partnerships to business lines. Responsible for providing day-to-day professional HR support and policy administration relating to all phases of the employee life cycle (e.g. hiring, training, employee relations). This position will report to the Human Resources Manager.

Scope and Function

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the plant
• Leads recruitment activities for Hourly roles within the plant
• Ensure all documentation complies with legal requirements
• Maintain all communications to employees, as needed, including the understanding of the handbook
• Coordinator of the Safety program and aid in driving a zero-incident culture
• Assist in HR projects with a continuous improvement mindset
• Manage timekeeping and payroll system
• Coordinate new employee orientation activities
• Handles mild to medium complex employee relations issues
• Provide training and support to leaders on topics such as employee relations, compliance matters and engagement
• Act as the Wellness Champion for corporate wellness initiatives
• Manage the annual United Way campaign
• Present employee benefits and support all employee concerns regarding benefits
• Work with third party administrators on all FMLA, STD, ADA, situations
• Ability to work outside of standard business hours as business demands
• Administering workday transactions
• Manage attendance record keeping in accordance with company and state laws

Skills/Ability

• Organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Strategic Mindset
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Timely follow-up
• Time Management
• Self-motivated and highly professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate integrity, trust, and strategic thinking
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening and timely response to requests

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• 100% On-site role
• In office and manufacturing environment
• Ability Lifting up to 30 lbs.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business-related field
• 1 - 4 years of experience working in human resources

Compensation Information

Exempt Salaries Role: $75,000 - $85,000 Annually

Equal Opportunity Employer Statements

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.