Multisite HR Generalist: Union Relations & Talent Partner

Smurfit-Westrock; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chesterfield, MO is seeking a Multisite HR Generalist to oversee labor relations, policies, recruitment and talent management for the mill’s client group. This role acts as the business liaison for managing union relationships and driving HR initiatives to improve HR and mill metrics.

You will support day-to-day HR functions, coordinate recruitment for hourly roles, guide attendance and performance processes, and partner with front-line supervisors on employee relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or business-related field required.
• 3–5 years of HR Generalist experience required.
• Preferred: labor relations experience in a unionized manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee labor relations and administration of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Manage policies, procedures, recruitment and talent management for assigned client group.
• Serve as the business liaison for HR initiatives to drive mill metrics and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate recruitment for hourly employees, interview processes, and onboarding.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Customer-Oriented

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS/Payroll systems

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Chesterfield, MO is seeking a Multisite HR Generalist to oversee labor relations, policies, recruitment and talent management for the mill’s client group. This role acts as the business liaison for managing union relationships and driving HR initiatives to improve HR and mill metrics.

You will support day-to-day HR functions, coordinate recruitment for hourly roles, guide attendance and performance processes, and partner with front-line supervisors on employee relations.