SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - RECRUITMENT/EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

recently acquired by American Superconductor (AMSC), is a manufacturer of custom transformers and power supplies for high reliability, mission-critical systems. The company specializes in high voltage power conversion equipment used in electrostatic precipitators (ESP), electron beam systems, desalting equipment, and other advanced applications. NWL serves a diverse global customer base across industrial and military markets. Team members contribute to products that support critical infrastructure and technologies worldwide, in an environment that values technical excellence and dependable performance.
Position Summary The Senior HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting and administering a broad range of human resources programs and initiatives. This position requires strong knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits and retirement plan administration, performance management, HR compliance, and policy development. The role serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers while ensuring compliance with company policies, employment laws, and internal control requirements.
Key Responsibilities Administer employee benefit programs, retirement plans, and related employee inquiries.
Process and administer payroll, including employee changes, audits, payroll reconciliations, and payroll-related inquiries while ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.
Support recruitment efforts, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes.
Conduct new employee onboarding and assist with training and development initiatives.
Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR-related matters and assist in resolving employee relations issues.
Promote HR programs and initiatives that contribute to an efficient, productive, and positive work environment.
Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.
Support performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, employee development planning, and annual performance review administration.
Assist with the collection and reporting of HR metrics and workforce data to support business needs and compliance requirements.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records within the HRIS and personnel files while ensuring data integrity.
Maintain HR and payroll documentation in accordance with company policies and internal control requirements, including support for SOX compliance and internal and external audits.
Enhance employee engagement through issue resolution, recognition initiatives, and employee-focused programs.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Utilize HRIS systems to support payroll, benefits administration, reporting, and HR operations.
Qualifications Required Proven experience as an HR Generalist or similar human resources role.
Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefit and retirement plans.
Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Preferred Experience with HRIS platforms such as Paycom, ADP, or similar systems.
SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification.
Employee performance will be evaluated, in part, based on the successful performance of the responsibilities outlined in this job description. This job description is not intended to be a contract of employment, and employment may be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

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