Human Resources Generalist

At Seaman Corporation, every associate is instrumental to our success.  Become a part of our growing team!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist supports the Bristol manufacturing facilities, with primary responsibility for recruiting, hiring coordination, and onboarding of hourly manufacturing associates. Working with plant leadership, this position identifies staffing needs, builds qualified candidate pipelines, and coordinates a timely, consistent candidate experience from application through transition to the production team. Under the direction of the Senior Human Resources Manager, the role also supports associate services, HR records, and engagement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinate recruiting and hiring for hourly manufacturing positions, including pre-screening and interviewing applicants, facilitating the hiring of qualified candidates, and collaborating with supervisors to identify the skills and competencies required for each position.
• Partner with plant management team to confirm approved openings, essential job duties, required skills, shift schedules, and staffing priorities.
• Create and maintain accurate job postings that clearly communicate job responsibilities, qualifications, work schedules, and manufacturing work conditions.
• Develop candidate pipelines through job boards, associate referrals, community organizations, workforce development partners, schools, and recruiting events.
• Review applications and conduct initial screening using consistent, job-related criteria; discuss relevant experience, shift availability, and position expectations.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring supervisors and promptly communicate next steps to candidates. Maintain organized applicant records and interview documentation throughout the interview process.
• Coordinate hiring decisions and approved offers with the Senior Human Resources Manager and hiring supervisors; communicate approved pay rates, schedules, and start dates.
• Coordinate required pre-employment steps in accordance with company procedures, protect confidential candidate information, and confirm completion before the scheduled start date.
• Maintain accurate applicant tracking records and provide updates on open positions, candidate pipelines, hiring progress, and recruiting challenges.
• Proactive in maintaining internal equity to ensure a union-free work environment.  Communication with associates to improve their awareness so better understanding that the company takes every effort to maintain consistency across all levels. 
• Conduct scheduled new hire check-ins to answer questions, identify onboarding concerns, and support a successful transition to the manufacturing team.
• Gather feedback from new associates and supervisors to improve onboarding, realistic job previews, and early retention.
• Conduct exit interviews and share recurring themes with HR leadership to support recruiting and retention improvements.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors about benefits, including health and life insurance, 401(k), and PTO, as well as other procedures and programs. Refer complex and/or sensitive matters to the Senior Human Resources Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field with three to five years of related human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through with applicant and associate documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across shifts and departments.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting a manufacturing facility with multiple shifts and recurring hourly hiring needs.
• Experience building relationships with workforce development organizations, technical schools, and community recruiting partners.
• At least two years of HRIS experience; Dayforce experience is a plus.
• HRCI or SHRM certification a plus.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

Do What’s Right

• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values and we hold respect for all individuals.

Work Together

• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

Create Solutions

• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 5%

Seaman Corporation is an EEO Employer.

Seaman Corporation provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law.

Seaman Corporation is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

If you require reasonable accommodation, as a candidate for employment, please inform Human Resources.