HR Generalist

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with? How will you make a difference?

The HR Generalist will provide all facets of HR management for the Cleveland, Ohio plant, and provide strategic partnership with the Business Unit Leader. This role will be critical in working across the site and more broadly across the Freight Global Freight Supply Chain to proactively identify and execute on organizational priorities and drive culture change.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in a relevant field

• Willingness to travel

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

• Ability to influence & engage at all levels of the business

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects and drive change

• Strong coaching skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Serve as active generalist for multiple operating entities. Provide guidance and support for full suite of HR functions, including talent management, performance management, organizational change, policy and process implementation and facilitating team performance.

• Must be willing to travel 50% of the time to other Wabtec locations to support initiatives  

• Partner with business management to develop appropriate human resource plans in support of key business needs in a dynamic environment and develop / implement appropriate change management plans as required. Including recruiting, selection, as well as restructuring, and reduction of the workforce as needed

• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence in areas of organizational talent & strategy, compensation & benefits, HR Operations, and employment counsel to ensure alignment and effectiveness

• Oversee labor relations for the sites. Ensure alignment with Supply Chain and broader Wabtec labor relations strategy

• Serve as proxy for the Freight Global Freight Supply Chain HR Leader; drive enterprise-wide initiatives and engage with senior leadership team to further HR and organizational objectives.

• Provide coaching, advice, council, and support for Leadership, managers, employees and peers

• Act as an impartial advocate to ensure that all individuals receive fair and equitable treatment

• Effectively coach and manage direct and dotted line HR team

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.   

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or ex