Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist (HRG) is responsible for providing human resources (HR) support across local location(s), partnering with leaders and employees to support employee relations, performance management, investigations, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and compliance initiatives. This role serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring consistent application of company policies and employment practices. The HR Generalist supports workforce needs across all shifts, including evening, night, and weekend coverage, and collaborates with leaders to attract and retain a high-performing workforce. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for the site, including candidate sourcing, applicant screening, interview scheduling and facilitation, management of online position postings, and develop partnerships with local workforce agencies, colleges and universities to support hiring needs. 
• Serve as an HR resource for employee relations matters, conduct workplace investigations, and support performance management and progressive discipline processes.
• Partner with leadership to understand staffing needs, develop position descriptions, and support the selection process. 
• Support the full pre-employment and onboarding process by coordinating background checks, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) physical assessments, onboarding, new hire documentation, and conducting new hire orientations to ensure a positive and compliant onboarding experience. 
• Educate employees and leaders on HR policies, procedures, benefits, time and attendance, and other employment-related matters. 
• Attract applicants through various means including LinkedIn, networking, job boards, career fairs, location state employment agency, and other sources to generate candidate interest.
• Develop and maintain candidate pipelines and support workforce planning to meet hiring demands.
• Build strong relationships across all shifts to promote positive culture, employee engagement, retention, and consistent application of policies and practices. 
• Maintain employment records, employee communications, time and attendance administration, and HR documentation while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Manage offboarding activities including exit interviews, employee transitions, and retention feedback analysis. 
• Ability to work off-shift hours and travel when needed, including providing HR support for multiple local manufacturing and/or business locations and supporting evening, night, and weekend operations. 
• Maintain HRIS data, prepare reports, metrics, and documentation to support business and HR decision-making.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and site events. 
• Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of full-cycle recruitment experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience supporting a manufacturing, technical, or industrial environment. 
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce now or similar Human Resources Information System (HRIS) preferred. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.

Key Competencies: 

• Valuing People: Is at ease with a wide range of individuals; enjoys different personalities and adapts an approach to accommodate those differences; makes positive assumptions about people and conveys a sense of trust and respect.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Delivers Results: Achievement oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Organization and Planning: Establishes a systematic course for self and/or others to assure accomplishment of objectives. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. 
• Regularly moves throughout office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments, including navigating production floors, stairs, and uneven surfaces. Works in temperature-controlled office environments, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.
• Ability to travel between local sites and work flexible hours, including regularly scheduled evenings, nights, and weekend schedules, as business needs require. 

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business. 

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location – Springboro, OH

American Battery Solutions Advanced Battery Manufacturing Center is located in beautiful and historic Springboro Ohio.  Life in Springboro is all about the quality and character of our community and that is why Springboro continues to be a top-ten-rated City to live, work, play, and raise a family. In fact, Springboro was rated #3 among the top 10 communities in greater Southwest Ohio.  In essence, Springboro appeals to everyone from young families to people looking for the perfect place to retire. Our great neighborhoods, excellent schools, safety, services, and amenities all contribute to Springboro’s exceptional quality of life. Springboro offers a variety of public programming that includes outdoor concerts, festivals, and fireworks. Our residents enjoy bike and walking trails, an 18-hole public golf course, a charming and vibrant historic district, and 501 acres of parks.

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