About this role
The Senior HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting the Human Resources function at Reliable Safety & Flow Corporation. Reporting to the HR Manager, this position serves as a primary resource for employee and labor relations activities, while managing the day-to-day HR processes that support an 800+ employee workforce. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional with strong experience in employee relations, investigations, labor relations, and HR operations within a manufacturing or unionized environment. This role partners closely with leaders and employees to address workplace concerns, ensure consistent application of company policies and collective bargaining agreements, and foster a positive employee experience.
While the position offers exposure to a variety of HR disciplines, the primary focus is employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and tactical HR support. Partner with the HR Manager to support employee relations matters, workplace investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution. Serve as a visible HR presence on the manufacturing floor, building strong relationships with employees, supervisors, and union representatives. Support labor relations activities, including contract interpretation, grievance administration, and ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
Manage unemployment claims, documentation, responses, and hearings as needed. Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding company policies, procedures, and HR best practices. Conduct investigations related to employee complaints, workplace concerns, harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Utilize HR metrics and workforce data to identify trends and recommend solutions that improve employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Assist with recruitment and staffing activities, particularly for hourly manufacturing positions. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Collaborate with HR team members to support onboarding, benefits administration, employee communications, and other HR initiatives.