Human Resources Generalist

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As a Human Resources Generalist your goal is to provide Human Resources support to one or more group(s) of employees at our Sherrill, NY and Munnsville, NY manufacturing facilities. #LI-MD1 #LI-Onsite

You will do this by:

• Serving as the primary resource for employees and managers related to one or more functional HR areas; developing reports and analyzing as required; recommending action within HR and/or to employees and managers; providing proactive resolution of employee concerns and problems with the goal of future problem prevention.
• Researching, analyzing and developing recommendations for continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures or programs to deliver innovative solutions to meet needs: assisting in the implementation of new or revised policies and procedures.
• Delivering written communications and presentations to communicate concepts related to one or more functional HR areas for diverse audiences of employees; developing and conducting training and presentations.
• Managing the recruitment efforts for hourly, exempt and nonexempt employees, students and temporary employees; may conduct new-employee orientations.
• Proactively partner with managers to identify and develop talent within the assigned business; coaching employees and managers, as necessary, in the individual performance and development process to achieve career goals.
• Partnering with business to manage employee relations issues such as Performance Improvement Plans, investigations, disciplinary measures, etc.
• Working with managers and the Compensation team to ensure total compensation for the business is competitive. Identifying, facilitating, and resolving compensation and benefits issues quickly.
• Supporting outsourced processes, such as, FMLA/LOA and Workers Compensation providing feedback when issues arise along with solutions.
• Maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.


You are the kind of person who is/has:

• Able to build trusting relationships with the employees and leaders you support
• Adaptable and flexible
• Collaborative

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least three years of related professional, progressive experience in a human resources setting
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of human resources functions and a specific function within HR
• Strong organization and time management/project management skills necessary to prioritize and manage multiple, complex projects, potentially with conflicting priorities; ability to react quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Good communication skills to facilitate work with diverse groups of employees
• Demonstrated skills in employee relations with good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and use sound judgment in decision making
• Solid computer skills
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NY State Compensation:

• For this position, the expected base annual salary range is $70,000 to $90,000 USD commensurate with experience. Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.