Human Resources Generalist- Microelectronics

Kurita America Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurita America is seeking a Human Resources Generalist - Microelectronics to provide comprehensive HR support across the Microelectronics Division in the US. Based in Minneapolis with hybrid in-office 3-4 days per week and moderate travel, the role partners with managers to drive performance, policy interpretation, onboarding, and workforce initiatives.

Travel 20-30% to other sites as needed. Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on people, processes, and compliance while fostering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 5+ years progressive HR experience, manufacturing/engineering background preferred.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for Microelectronics sites across the U.S.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct workplace investigations and ensure compliant resolution of concerns.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and HR best practices.
• Support employee engagement, retention, development, and organizational initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding and workforce transitions for employees and contractors.
• Assist with compensation, benefits, leave, payroll inquiries, and performance reviews.
• Partner with leaders to identify workforce challenges and develop HR solutions.
• Collaborate with EHS and site leadership on safety and wellbeing initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement of HR processes in a growing environment.

Skills

HR expertise

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Workforce administration

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

Job ID: 2026-2452

Category: Human Resources

Type: Full Time Exempt

Job Locations: US-MN-Minneapolis

Overview

Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employees located in 18 countries. Located in Minneapolis, MN, Kurita America brings innovations to market through a holistic water management approach, incorporating state-of-the-art equipment, chemistries, engineering, and services to conserve natural resources for a better, more sustainable world.

Kurita's corporate philosophy is to study the properties of water, master them and create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony.

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist- Microelectronics

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN (Hybrid- in office 3-4 days per week)

Travel Required: Moderate (20-30%) to other sites.

Pay: $75,000-$85,000

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to the Microelectronics Division across multiple U.S. locations. This role partners with managers and employees to support employee relations, performance management, workforce administration, policy interpretation, compliance, employee engagement, and organizational initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned Microelectronics sites, supporting managers and employees across a diverse workforce.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including performance management, corrective action, attendance, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct workplace investigations and support consistent, fair, and compliant resolution of employee concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Support employee engagement, retention, development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and support workforce transitions for employees, contractors, subcontractors, and contingent labor populations.
• Assist with the administration of HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave management, payroll-related inquiries, and performance review processes.
• Partner with business leaders to identify workforce challenges and develop practical HR solutions that support business objectives.
• Collaborate with EHS and site leadership to support workplace safety, compliance, and employee well-being initiatives.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures, and programs within a rapidly growing and evolving business environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within manufacturing, engineering, or technical operations environment.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations.
• Japanese language proficiency is highly desirable due to collaboration with global business partners and stakeholders.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities