The Role
Provide HR support for a 200+ employee manufacturing plant across recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, compliance, HRIS data management (ADP), onboarding, investigations, HR reporting, and workforce planning. Serve plant leadership and employees to foster a safe, productive workplace.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Summary & Responsibilities
- Human Resources Generalist to support our manufacturing operations and workforce. This role will report to the Sr. HR Manager for Norcross Plant. We are seeking a knowledgeable candidate to work with plant leadership and employees by providing HR support across recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, benefits administration, compliance, and workforce planning. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and be committed to fostering a positive, safe, and productive workplace.
- MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources management or business administration or relevant field
- Must possess a PHR
- MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Five plus years of recent experience as the top human resources management professional at a manufacturing facility of 200 or more employees.
- A demonstrable track record of proactive employee relations.
- Technical competence in all traditional HR functions, including compensation and benefits; employment and staffing; management and organizational development; employee relations and labor law.
- Successful experience dealing with people from non- U.S. culture.
- A high degree of comfort dealing with all levels of the organization, from the manufacturing
- floor to the executive offices.
- ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
- Ability to be an active member of the team with the ability to develop the Human
- Resources group to look ahead and shape the future.
- A positive leader that earns respect and instills confidence.
- A dedicated, self-starter with a strong work ethic.
- A team player with strong "people’s skills" and a penchant for achieving results.
- Strong communication skills with individuals and in group presentations.
- A high level of integrity and moral standards.
- Excellent judgment and sensitivity for dealing with internal and external issues.
- Ability to work on the flex morning shift, with some possibility of working evening hours if needed (Training purposes ex. 10-6pm or 11-7pm)
- Experience diffusing employee issues and leading investigations.
- Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
- Assist in the development and implementation of human resource policies.
- Recruiting status reports for management.
- Responsible for data management in ADP systems for hourly employees.
- Assist with system data entry necessary for processing employee time records, new hires, pay changes, promotions, transfers, FMLA, LOAs, and terminations.
- Responsible for reports including headcount, overtime, safety, and LOA management.
- Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
- Track performance appraisals and reconciling associated records.
- Gather and analyze data with HR metrics for daily and monthly review.
- Assist employee relations and investigations.
- Manage employee orientation and onboarding.
- Conduct HR projects as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Ability to work effectively with personnel at multiple levels of the organization.
- Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment while effectively and accurately managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Ability to develop and make presentations on behalf of the organization.
- Ability to demonstrate effective active listening, critical thinking, and group facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently with limited direction.
- Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment.
- Working knowledge of best practices in recruiting; of applicable State and Federal laws.
- Proven solving abilities and results driven.
- Excellent communication skills with diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated applied skills in data analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to remain flexible in the face of changing and multiple priorities.
- Must be personable and approachable.
- Excellent organizational and listening skills.
- Ability to effectively manage confidential, complex issues to successful resolution.
- Experience with an HRIS database (ADP & Vantage Preferred).
- Knowledge of office administration procedures.
- Experience working with Benefits portals, safety portals, maintenance portals and requisition portals.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or relevant field
- PHR certification
- Five plus years as top HR management professional at a manufacturing facility of 200+ employees
- Demonstrable track record of proactive employee relations
- Technical competence in compensation and benefits, employment and staffing, organizational development, employee relations, and labor law
- Experience working with non-U.S. cultures or diverse populations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of recruiting best practices and applicable state and federal employment laws
- Demonstrated applied skills in data analysis and HR metrics
- Experience diffusing employee issues and leading investigations
- Experience with HRIS and ADP (Vantage preferred)
- Experience with benefits portals, safety portals, maintenance and requisition portals
Lightera Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lightera and has not been reviewed or approved by Lightera.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered okay‑to‑good in many hourly manufacturing roles, aided by overtime opportunities and union‑linked increases in some plants. Some hourly titles benchmark near or above market in specific locations.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently highlighted, with multiple references to a strong employer contribution. This support is positioned as part of a competitive total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid and mainstream. Some locations also reference on‑site or supplemental health resources and tax‑advantaged accounts.
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What We Do
For decades, we have carried the beacon of innovation, leading industries, communities, and individuals into a brighter era. Now, we have brought together all this knowledge and expertise to provide complete solutions for communication networks, connecting businesses and people. Today, we are one: Lightera, a Furukawa Electric Group company. The creation of Lightera reflects our commitment to meeting the rapidly evolving demands of industries such as generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing. Through advanced optical technologies, we build brighter, more connected communities with innovative solutions. Step into the future of smart connectivity. Visit us at lightera.com.
