Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

W. R. Grace & Co. is looking for an HR Generalist for our chemical manufacturing facility in Curtis Bay, MD that will provide comprehensive human resources support while serving as a primary contact for plant personnel while being a partner to site leadership. This role is responsible for driving daily HR operations with a strong focus on union labor relations.

Responsibilities:

• Full-Lifecycle Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives for plant personnel to build a skilled, stable workforce.
• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Support employee relations by conducting thorough investigations, resolving conflicts promptly, and serving as a trusted advisor on conduct, capability, and grievance matters.
• Labor & Union Collaboration: Attend monthly union meetings, document official meeting minutes, and support constructive labor-management relations.
• Leadership Coaching & Policy Guidance: Provide daily coaching and counsel to employees, supervisors, and managers on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Employment Law & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across all plant operations.
• Performance & Absence Management: Partner with leadership to address performance issues, manage attendance and health-related leave, and drive organizational change initiatives.
• HR Data & Metrics Analytics: Gather and analyze key HR metrics—such as time-to-hire and turnover rates—to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Administrative Tracking: Collaborate with administrative teams to ensure accurate tracking of job progressions, proper job code assignments, and seamless personnel updates.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: Enhance employee satisfaction and morale by resolving issues quickly, assisting with perks/benefits administration, and organizing team-building activities.
• Records Management & HR Ownership: Maintain accurate electronic and paper employee files while operating with a high degree of ownership, independence, and accountability.

Physical Requirements and Environment: Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Knowledge of FLSA, HIPAA, Title VII, and other applicable laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint

To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Successfactors, SAP and Kronos
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive personnel, payroll, and medical data in compliance with company policy and legal guidelines
• Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability work independently and part of a team
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program

One Grace Core Competencies:

• Values Differences
• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Ensures Accountability
• Collaborates

Additional Leadership Competencies:

• Collaborates
• Cultivates Innovation
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Drives Results
• Job Knowledge

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore