People Generalist

Haydon Corporation; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Haydon is seeking a People Generalist to partner with manufacturing operations, delivering HR support across employee relations, performance, training, compliance, and workforce planning. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish, thrive in a fast-paced production environment, and drive employee experience, engagement, and continuous improvement across shifts.

Experience with HRIS, investigations, and coaching leaders is preferred, along with knowledge of employment law and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or production environment.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required.
• Experience supporting hourly employee populations and frontline supervisors.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
• Experience facilitating training and presentations in both English and Spanish.
• Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for hourly employees.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for English- and Spanish-speaking employees.
• Provide guidance and support on workplace concerns, performance issues, attendance matters, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct employee investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Partner with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
• Coach supervisors and managers on performance management processes.
• Assist with employee development plans, corrective actions, and performance reviews.
• Track employee performance trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate required compliance, safety, and skills-based training programs.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify workforce development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate training records and certifications.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain HR records, personnel files, and employee data in HRIS systems.
• Support leave administration, accommodations, and employee benefits processes.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and communication efforts.
• Conduct employee surveys and analyze feedback to improve retention and workplace satisfaction.
• Support change management and organizational development efforts.
• Build strong relationships with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Support shift-based operations and occasional off-hours employee relations matters.
• Analyze workforce metrics including turnover, attendance, recruiting effectiveness, and employee engagement.
• Recommend HR solutions that align with business and operational objectives.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Employee relations

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Haydon, we bring the spark that shapes tomorrow's possibilities! If you thrive in environments where you are fostering relationships with employees, our People Generalist role might be the perfect fit for you!

THE ROLE

The People Generalist serves as a strategic and hands-on human resources partner supporting manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for executing key people processes, including employee relations, performance management, compliance, employee engagement, training, and workforce planning. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced production environment and demonstrates a strong commitment to employee experience, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for hourly employees.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for English- and Spanish-speaking employees.
• Provide guidance and support on workplace concerns, performance issues, attendance matters, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct employee investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Partner with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
• Coach supervisors and managers on performance management processes.
• Assist with employee development plans, corrective actions, and performance reviews.
• Track employee performance trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate required compliance, safety, and skills-based training programs.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify workforce development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate training records and certifications.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain HR records, personnel files, and employee data in HRIS systems.
• Support leave administration, accommodations, and employee benefits processes.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and communication efforts.
• Conduct employee surveys and analyze feedback to improve retention and workplace satisfaction.
• Support change management and organizational development efforts.
• Build strong relationships with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Support shift-based operations and occasional off-hours employee relations matters.
• Analyze workforce metrics including turnover, attendance, recruiting effectiveness, and employee engagement.
• Recommend HR solutions that align with business and operational objectives.

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or production environment.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required.
• Experience supporting hourly employee populations and frontline supervisors.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
• Experience facilitating training and presentations in both English and Spanish.
• Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.

Values:

At Haydon, we live by our core values:

Prioritizing health and security

Pushing ourselves to find better ways

Listening with curiosity and open minds

Acting on behalf of the people we serve

Honoring our commitments

Join Us in Expanding Possibilities:

Haydon is redefining what's possible in the construction industry by fostering relationships, discovering innovative solutions, expanding to meet customer and market needs, and constructing the projects of tomorrow.

Bring Your Spark to Haydon!

Haydon is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals. No employee or applicant for employment will face discrimination based on race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.