Multi-Site HR Generalist & People Relations Partner

MKS Inc.; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Paid vacation (15 days)

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS is seeking a Senior HR Generalist & People Relations Partner to support employees and partner with business leaders at multiple local sites in Massachusetts. You will report to the Human Resources Manager for our largest Division and help drive HR initiatives across Wilmington and Andover.

You will provide day-to-day HR support, handle employee relations, support performance management, and partner with Talent Acquisition to fill roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field required.
• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience required.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, compensation, and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to managers and employees.
• Proactively assess trends to drive a culture aligned with MKS principles.
• Handle employee relations matters, including investigations and conflict resolution.
• Support managers in performance concerns and implementing PIPs.
• Conduct inquiries, exit interviews, and feedback sessions.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring needs.
• Coordinate onboarding and deliver new-hire orientation.
• Ensure compliance with policies and federal/state laws.
• Maintain employee records in Workday and other tools.
• Analyze HR data and report trends to leadership.
• Assist with leave, Workers’ Compensation, and benefits inquiries.
• Partner with Total Rewards to support compensation practices.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace across sites.
• Identify development opportunities for employees and managers.
• Implement training and development programs with HR teams.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee relations

Performance management

Compensation

Employment laws

Travel logistics

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

MKS is seeking a Senior HR Generalist & People Relations Partner to support employees and partner with business leaders at multiple local sites in Massachusetts. You will report to the Human Resources Manager for our largest Division and help drive HR initiatives across Wilmington and Andover.

You will provide day-to-day HR support, handle employee relations, support performance management, and partner with Talent Acquisition to fill roles.