HR Generalist

HR Generalist Permanent  

 

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.

About Heraeus Conamic

We are one of the leading materials specialists for the production and processing of high-purity quartz glass and other high-grade materials such as ceramics and novel composites. Our innovative products enable the production of state-of-the-art semiconductor chips or medical lasers for minimally invasive surgical procedures through flexible optical fibers. As a global player with over 1,400 employees, we have sites in the USA, UK, Germany, China and Korea. Our ambition is to become a leader on the topic of sustainability in our energy-intensive industry.

 

Seeking a diligent Human Resource Generalist to join our HR team in Chandler, AZ. The ideal candidate will excel in recruiting, talent management, and navigating employment laws while embracing our values and advancing our company culture.

 

What is Required for the Role:

• Develop scalable recruiting processes, standardize interview questions, and provide training to hiring managers and interviewers to improve recruitment efficiency and consistency.
• Collaborate with department managers to enhance talent acquisition strategies, with a focus on increasing diversity and quality of candidates.
• Contribute to strengthening Heraeus’s employer brand and culture by creating programs that promote employee engagement and align with company values.
• Forge connections with industry networks and external partners to bolster the Heraeus employer brand.
• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure a seamless new hire experience, including background checks, employee orientation, and fostering initial employee engagement.
• Address employee relations inquiries and grievances, assist managers with performance management, and handle sensitive investigations with professionalism.
• Ensure HR practices are in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Participate in employee orientation, HR program administration, and data audits.
• Support the development and update of local HR policies, staying informed on HR trends and legislative changes.

What is Required for the Role:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, plus at least 3 years of relevant HR experience.
• Strong experience with full-cycle recruiting and talent sourcing, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• A good understanding of employment laws with a commitment to compliance and ethical practice.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn HRIS and talent management software quickly (experience with SAP is desirable).
• Analytical thinker with effective problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and building professional relationships at all levels.
• Preferred: HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) is advantageous but not required.

 

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the Chandler, Arizona fac