HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

Band Grade : 5-A Annual Wage Range: $81,797.60 - $112,471.70 Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses Benefits: U.Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace 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.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: Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field required
5+ years of progressive HR experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint

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
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Flexible Workplace
Retirement Plans
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
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