HR Generalist

The Senior HR Business Partner will focus on Employee Relations, Corporate Recruiting, Performance Management, and HR Compliance for a privately owned family business. This is a key leadership role that will partner with business leaders to drive employee performance and engagement, ensure compliance with labor laws, and support strategic recruiting efforts to meet the organization's talent needs. The Senior HR Business Partner demonstrates and adheres to the Company values of safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork to ensure a successful partnership with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Relations (35%): Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, workplace behavior, and grievance management Lead investigations into complaints of misconduct, harassment, or discrimination, ensuring fairness, compliance, and confidentiality Coach and support managers on effective handling of employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance issues, and employee engagement Partner with leaders to develop proactive strategies to improve employee engagement, retention and promote a positive work culture Identify and address trends in employee relations data, making recommendations for improvements in policies and practices Use data-driven insights to develop strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and improve overall organizational performance Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback on employee experience and provide recommendations for improvements Corporate Recruiting (35%): Lead and collaborate with hiring managers to understand talent needs, providing strategic guidance on sourcing, recruitment, and selection of top talent for key positions Oversee and participate in the full recruitment lifecycle for corporate roles, including posting jobs, interviewing candidates, and making hiring recommendations Build and maintain strong relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and professional networks to source high-quality candidates Drive employer branding initiatives to attract diverse, high-performing talent to the organization Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact to onboarding Performance Management (15%): Support and advise managers on performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, feedback delivery, and addressing performance concerns Collaborate with leaders to identify opportunities to drive a high-performance culture and foster talent development within teams Assist in the design and execution of performance improvement plans (PIPs) for underperforming employees, ensuring consistency and fairness in the process HR Compliance (15%): Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, and wage & hour laws Audit HR policies, processes, and documentation to ensure adherence to legal requirements and best practices. Identify recommendations and changes and update policies as needed Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to align HR practices and policies with organizational goals and business strategies Partner with HR and Legal teams on complex compliance matters, ensuring policies and practices are in alignment with regulatory changes Keep abreast of legislative updates and advise senior leadership on necessary policy or procedural changes

OTHER DUTIES

Leverage technology to deliver value; provide HR measurements and analyses; recommend and implement techniques to improve productivity and increase efficiencies across employee relations processes Assist with mergers and acquisitions Stay current in knowledge of applicable employment laws, and best HR practices; recommend and implement improvements and/or compliance measures, as necessary Perform other duties and projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR) preferred 10+ years of experience in HR, with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, HR compliance, and corporate recruiting Strong experience in recruiting for corporate roles, including executive, technical, and other key positions Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices Proven ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, working effectively with all levels of the organization Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels High level of organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Experience working in a family office setting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions and improvements Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite Professional integrity and accountability Ability to be agile and adapt to change & ambiguity well Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or industries Union experience and working with collective bargaining agreements Experience managing difficult employee relations issues

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Onsite at the Corporate Office four days per week (Monday – Thursday). Onsite requirements are subject to change at any time Work in a climate-controlled office and routinely use standard office equipment

COMPENSATION

Estimated Starting Annual Salary: $119,267 Exact starting salary is determined by merit; seniority; geographic location; education, training, and/or experience related to job duties and responsibilities FLSA Status: Exempt, Not Eligible for Overtime Eligible for Participation - Annual Discretionary Bonus

BENEFITS

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mental wellbeing resources Paid Maternity leave Paid Parental leave Referral program Relocation assistance Sick time Vacation time Vision insurance

TRAVEL

Up to 25%, as the business requires

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Remain in a seated position 80% Speak and hear clearly 100% Lift office products and supplies, up to 20lbs. 20% Stoop, kneel, bend and reach 10% Dexterity to write and manipulate keyboard and mouse 100% We are proud to be an EEO/Veteran/Disability Employer Job Type: Full-time Pay: $119,267.00 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr Examplecorpsandbox