Senior Human Resources Generalist

Hollingsworth & Vose; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in filtration solutions is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist for their Corvallis, Oregon facility. The candidate will oversee HR functions such as onboarding, policy administration, and labor relations. Responsibilities include advising plant leadership, leading talent acquisition, and fostering a positive workplace culture. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of HR experience are required. Join a company focused on integrity and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to plant leadership.
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition efforts.
• Manage complex employee relations issues.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Compliance

Conflict resolution

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Human Resources Generalist will lead and execute HR functions at our Corvallis, Oregon facility, serving as a strategic partner to site leadership and a champion for employee engagement. This role is responsible for overseeing onboarding, policy administration, labor relations, and compliance, while driving initiatives that foster a positive and productive workplace culture. The Senior Generalist will also support other HR staff and contribute to broader organizational HR strategies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to plant leadership and employees, promoting a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, proactive sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding
• Manage complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and recommend resolutions aligned with company values and legal compliance
• Interpret and enforce HR policies and procedures consistently across the site; contribute to policy development and refinement
• Collaborate with cross-functional HR teams across locations to ensure alignment and consistency in HR practices
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including maintenance of employee records and required reporting
• In partnership with site Environmental, Health and Safety team, administer Workers’ Compensation and Disability programs, ensuring timely case management and documentation
• Lead the preparation and submission of annual reports, including the AAP and other compliance documents
• Design and support employee engagement initiatives, community outreach, and internal communications
• Support contract negotiation process as requested
• Mentor junior HR staff and provide guidance on HR operations and professional development

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, talent acquisition, and compliance
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR initiatives and influence across all levels of the organization

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:

• Required strong knowledge of HR disciplines: employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, DEI, and employment law
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification a plus

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong sense of leadership, integrity, and accountability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, talk, use hands to lift, carry, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop. The employee is often required to lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally required to climb stairs, kneel or crouch, balance.

Work Environment: Regularly exposed to hot and/or humid conditions in warmer months; wet and/or slippery areas, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Work near moving and/or vibrating mechanical parts. The noise level ranges from quiet conditions to very loud noise requiring hearing PPE in some areas.