Sr. HR Operations Generalist

Saint-Gobain; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) with Company Match

Group Life Insurance

Job summary

Saint-Gobain's Seattle facility is seeking a Sr. HR Operations Generalist to serve as a trusted HR partner in a fast-paced, multi-shift manufacturing environment.

This role provides broad HR support across employee relations, compliance, workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development. The role partners with employees and leaders to strengthen workplace culture, support operational excellence, and drive continuous improvement, guided by TEC culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Human Resources experience in manufacturing/operations.
• Knowledge of employment law and frontline leadership support.
• Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence leaders and manage employee relations matters.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employee relations and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and policies.
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, staffing, and onboarding.
• Coach managers on performance, coaching, and change management.
• Support World Class Manufacturing initiatives and TEC culture.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Workforce planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

UKG Kronos

HRIS platforms

Job description

Saint-Gobain's manufacturing facility in Seattle, WA is seeking a Sr. HR Operations Generalist to serve as a trusted HR partner within a fast-paced, multi-shift manufacturing environment. This role provides broad HR support across employee relations, compliance, workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development.

The Sr. HR Operations Generalist partners closely with employees and leaders to strengthen workplace culture, support operational excellence, and drive continuous improvement. Guided by Saint-Gobain's Values and TEC culture of Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration , this position helps create a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace while supporting business objectives and employee success.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employee relations matters, providing coaching, guidance, and conflict resolution support.

• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend solutions that promote fairness, consistency, and risk mitigation.

• Foster employee engagement, open communication, and a culture of trust.

• Support union-related matters in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and applicable regulations.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.

• Support audits, recordkeeping, regulatory reporting, and other compliance activities.

• Advise leaders on policy interpretation, employment practices, and risk management.

Leadership Support & Organizational Effectiveness

• Partner with frontline and mid-level leaders on workforce planning, performance management, employee development, and staffing needs.

• Coach supervisors and managers on communication, accountability, corrective action processes, and change management.

• Participate in Gemba walks to engage employees, observe operations, and identify improvement opportunities.

• Support World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives and workforce development programs.

• Reinforce TEC behaviors that promote collaboration, empowerment, and leadership effectiveness.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Support recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried positions, including candidate screening, interview coordination, and selection activities.

• Partner with leadership to develop proactive workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies.

• Support onboarding programs and initiatives that improve employee engagement, assimilation, and retention.

HR Analytics & Workforce Insights

• Maintain HR data and reporting related to turnover, attendance, staffing, and employee relations metrics.

• Analyze workforce trends and provide recommendations to improve employee engagement, retention, and operational performance.

• Leverage data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, EHS, Finance, Payroll, Corporate HR, and other stakeholders to align people strategies with business objectives.

• Support employee engagement, recognition, training, and culture-building initiatives.

• Manage multiple projects, investigations, and daily priorities while providing responsive HR support across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 2+ years of Human Resources experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or operations-focused environment.

• Knowledge of employment law, HR practices, employee relations, and frontline leadership support.

• Strong communication, coaching, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, manage employee relations matters, and support HR initiatives.

• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-shift manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.

• Experience supporting a unionized workforce.

• Experience with UKG, Kronos, or similar workforce management systems.

• Experience supporting employee engagement, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, solving complex employee relations challenges, leveraging workforce data to drive decisions, and contributing to a strong, employee-focused culture in a dynamic manufacturing setting. -

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At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs,-

manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, "Making the World a Better Home."

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail] .

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $81,500 to $126,500 per year.

However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is TARGET BONUS% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $89,650 to $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

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Health and Well-being - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

o Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

o Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

o LiveWell Wellness program

o Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

o Paid Time Off (15 vacation days, 9 holidays + 2 floating holidays)

o Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

o 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

o Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

o Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want.

o Commuter Benefits

o Group Legal

o Identity Theft Protection

o Auto and Home Insurance

o Pet Insurance and Discounts

o Back-up Child and Elder Care

o PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

o Volunteer Day