Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter

Kanto Corporation; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanto Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter to drive recruiting, onboarding, and HR projects across the organization. You will partner with the Head of HR to enhance employee experience, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and support growth.

The ideal candidate is organized, hands-on, and capable of managing multiple initiatives. This role focuses on talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management redesign, HRIS work, training, and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience including recruitment, onboarding, and HR operations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate New Employee Orientation and onboarding activities.
• Support recruitment processes including sourcing, scheduling, interviewing, and candidate experience improvements.
• Partner with HR leadership to redesign performance evaluation processes and related materials.
• Support HRIS projects, ADP implementation, integration, testing, auditing and documentation.
• Coordinate employee training programs and leadership development initiatives.
• Lead or support job description reviews, architecture, and labor planning initiatives.
• Conduct Stay Interviews and support engagement programs to improve retention.
• Plan and execute company events and employee recognition activities.
• Research and draft HR policies, ensure policy adoption and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Written & verbal comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / BA / Organizational Dev

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Kanto is a U.S. leader in high-purity specialty chemicals, powering the world’s most advanced industries.With a proven legacy of precision, safety, and innovation, we partner with global leaders in semiconductors, technology, and chemical processing to deliver products that meet the most uncompromising standards of quality and reliability.

At Kanto, our people are our greatest strength. Collaboration, commitment, and excellence define how we work, while continuous improvement drives both our success and employee growth. Joining Kanto means shaping the future of technology and manufacturing—while building your career in a dynamic, high-impact environment where your work truly matters.

Position Summary

Kanto Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter to provide recruiting, new employee onboarding, and project-based support across a variety of human resources initiatives. This role will partner closely with the Head of Human Resources and key business leaders to execute strategic and operational HR projects designed to enhance employee experience, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and support ongoing business growth.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, hands‑on HR professional who can independently manage multiple projects while collaborating effectively across departments.

This position is intended to provide tactical and project-based HR expertise to support key organizational initiatives while enhancing the effectiveness and capacity of the Human Resources function.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Coordinate and facilitate New Employee Orientation (NEO) programs.
• Support active recruitment efforts, including candidate sourcing, scheduling, interviewing, and onboarding activities.
• Assist with recruitment process improvements and candidate experience initiatives.

Performance Management

• Partner with HR leadership to redesign and modernize the organization’s performance evaluation process.
• Assist with form development, workflow design, manager training materials, and implementation planning.

HR Systems & Technology

• Support HRIS projects, including ADP implementation, integration, testing, auditing, and process documentation.
• Assist with system optimization and user adoption initiatives.

Training & Development

• Coordinate employee training programs and leadership development initiatives.
• Assist with curriculum development, training logistics, communications, and tracking participation.

Organizational Development Projects

• Lead or support company-wide Job Description review and transition projects.
• Audit existing job descriptions for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational structure.
• Assist with job architecture and workforce planning initiatives as needed.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Conduct employee Stay Interviews and summarize findings, trends, and recommendations.
• Administer employee feedback programs, including Suggestion Box initiatives and Brown Bag discussion sessions.
• Support employee engagement and retention strategies.

Event Planning & Employee Programs

• Coordinate company events such as Family Day, Town Halls, employee appreciation activities, and other employee engagement programs.
• Manage event logistics, vendor coordination, communications, and execution.

Policy & Compliance Support

• Research, draft, and update select HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with policy implementation, employee communications, and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple HR disciplines including recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, training, and HR operations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now.

Preferred

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification.
• Experience supporting organizational change initiatives.
• Experience with performance management redesign, job architecture, or compensation‑related projects.
• Event planning and employee engagement experience.
• Project Management
• Communication & Facilitation
• Relationship Building
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality & Professional Judgment
• Problem Solving
• Process Improvement
• Contract/Consulting Assignment
• Flexible schedule based on project needs
• Hybrid or remote work arrangement may be considered
• Duration and hours to be determined based on project scope

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kanto Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents that each individual brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute to our shared success.