Senior HR Generalist at

HAVERHILL

Senior HR Generalist at

HAVERHILL

in Warren, Rhode Island Posted in 20 days ago.

Type:

full-time The RoleThe Senior HR Generalist is HAVERHILL's on-the-ground HR presence: the person employees bring a question, a problem, or a form to, and the person who keeps the people side of the business running cleanly, day in and day out. You'll report to our Chief of Staff, operate with real independence, and be trusted to make sound calls without checking in on the small stuff.

This is a hands-on generalist seat, not a strategy seat. You'll spend real time on the floor, not just behind a desk. This position is on-site in Warren, RI, providing direct support to a multilingual team.

What You'll OwnCore HRFull-cycle recruiting and onboarding for both office and production rolesEmployee relations first point of contact for questions, concerns, and conflict resolution, across both the office and the floorRecordkeeping and compliance: personnel files, I-9s, required labor law postings, leave administration, workers' comp coordination, and OSHA recordkeeping support for a manufacturing environmentBenefits administration support enrollment, vendor coordination, day-to-day employee questionsPerformance management administration and manager coaching on people issuesPolicy and employee handbook maintenanceBilingual HR communication translating and delivering policies, communications, and trainings so they land the same way in English and SpanishTeam Culture & MoraleOwn the morale calendar: catered lunches, raffles, contests, and recognition moments, run on a regular cadence, not just around the holidaysDesign and run recognition programs: service anniversaries, shout-outs, milestone momentsPlan company events, from holiday gatherings to floor appreciation daysKeep an informal pulse on morale across the office and the floor, and flag what you're hearing before it becomes a bigger problemWhat You Bring10+ years of progressive HR generalist experience, broad-based, not narrowly specialized in one HR functionFull bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, spoken and writtenExperience in a manufacturing, production, or similarly hands-on operational environment strongly preferredComfortable being the primary HR presence in the building. You don't need a large team around you to do good work, and you know when to make the call yourself versus bring it to leadershipMeticulous recordkeeping habits: compliance details don't slip on your watchA steady, even-keeled, genuinely positive presence, day in and day outReal, current enjoyment of the hands-on, people-facing work of HRBachelor's degree in HR, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience; SHRM-CP or PHR a plus, not required

Core CompetenciesRelationship Building:

earns trust quickly across a bilingual office and production floor; becomes the person employees bring problems to

Discretion & Judgment:

handles sensitive employee information carefully, and knows what to decide independently versus escalate to leadership

Composure Under Pressure:

stays steady, even-keeled, and genuinely positive through high-pressure production periods

Organization & Recordkeeping:

meticulous and detail-oriented; owns compliance deadlines without reminders

Bilingual Communication:

communicates clearly and naturally in English and Spanish, in writing and in person

Conflict Resolution:

handles employee relations issues fairly and calmly, without escalating tension

Follow-Through:

reliably executes recurring responsibilities, from compliance deadlines to the morale calendar, without things falling through the cracksIn Your First 90 DaysYou'll learn the rhythm of both the office and the floor, and meet every person on the teamYou'll take full ownership of personnel records and close any gaps you findYou'll plan and run your first team morale eventCompensation & BenefitsThis is a full-time, salaried, exempt position budgeted at $75,000$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

BenefitsFull-time employees, defined as 30 or more hours per week, are eligible for:

Medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare, with multiple plan options and preventive care covered at 100% in networkDental coverage through Delta Dental of Rhode IslandVision coverage through VSP401(k) through Guideline, with employer matchingEmployer-paid term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance through UnumA confidential Employee Assistance Program through Unum, covering mental health, financial, and legal support50% employee discount on

HAVERHILL

jewelry, with payroll deduction availableOptional voluntary coverage through Colonial Life and Pet Discount Plus at group ratesFull plan documents and coverage details are available during the interview process.

Location & ScheduleThis is an on-site role based at HAVERHILL's production facility in Warren, Rhode Island. This is not a remote or hybrid position the work depends on being present with both the office team and the floor. Physical RequirementsRegularly moves throughout the office and production floor over the course of the daySits or stands for extended periods; occasional bending, reaching, and light lifting (up to approximately 25 lbs) for event setup, filing, and suppliesManual dexterity for computer use and paperwork; visual acuity for reviewing records and documentsCommunicates clearly in person, by phone, and in writing, in both English and SpanishMay involve occasional exposure to typical manufacturing-floor conditions (noise, equipment, materials)Reasonable accommodations are available see Equal Opportunity belowEqual OpportunityA stone returns light because it's cut from many angles, not one. The same is true of a team.

HAVERHILL

is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national or ancestral origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This applies to every employment decision we make, including hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and termination.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, contact careers@haverhill.com. recblid 76zgxk06pa71hzndws9vm5snu3063v