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HR Generalist - Hernando, MS
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WIOSS South LP
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HR Generalist - Hernando, MS 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Hernando, MS 38632 WIOSS South LP 343 reviews Join WITRON as a Human Resources Generalist The Human Resources Generalist serves as the primary HR point of contact for WITRON employees On-site. This role partners closely with operations and leadership teams to ensure compliance with local employment law, support positive labor relations, and drive effective human resources strategies. The ideal candidate brings strong local HR expertise, experience in unionized environments, and the ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on HR operations. Primary Responsibilities Strategic HR Partnership Align HR strategies with operational and business objectives. Partner with site and regional leadership to identify workforce trends and recommend solutions. Support organizational change initiatives and workforce planning efforts. Talent Management & Retention Develop and implement employee retention strategies for hourly and salaried populations. Support leadership with talent assessments, succession planning, and employee development. Advise on performance management best practices. Employee & Labor Relations Advise managers and employees on employee relations issues, corrective actions, and conflict resolution. Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and applicable labor laws. Partner with union representatives to maintain positive labor relations. Support or represent the company in employee investigations, hearings, and grievance processes, as needed. Train managers on effective employee and union relations practices. Performance Management Assist with performance reviews, documentation, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans. Support managers in setting expectations, coaching, and addressing performance concerns. HR Policies, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure HR policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local laws. Provide guidance on policy interpretation and consistent application. Support compliance efforts related to wage and hour laws, leaves of absence, accommodations, and employee classifications. HR Data & Reporting Utilize HRIS systems to track metrics and generate reports. Analyze HR data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Culture, Engagement & Safety Lead employee engagement initiatives that support a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Support employee feedback efforts, including surveys and action plans. Enforce company safety policies and report noncompliance concerns to operations leadership. Assist with safety incident reporting and workers' compensation coordination. Required Skills & Qualifications Strong knowledge of human resources best practices and employment laws. Proven experience advising leaders on HR practices and workforce solutions. Experience working in a unionized environment and with collective bargaining agreements is strongly preferred. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong problem-solving, judgment, and conflict resolution skills. Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality. Flexible schedule with the ability to respond to after-hours issues when necessary. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in operations or manufacturing environments. HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent). Physical & Travel Requirements Ability to travel domestically to U.S. sites. Occasional international travel may be required. Must be able to work on-site daily. Why WITRON?