Human Resources Manager

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Manager HR contributes to the company’s performance by providing both strategic and tactical human resources support across various functional areas. This role acts as a trusted HR consultant and partner to internal stakeholders, driving alignment between business needs and HR practices. The HR Manager performs a wide range of HR-related duties, with a focus on optimizing organizational effectiveness, enhancing the employee experience, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders by providing guidance on HR programs, practices, and employee relations.

• Support and implement HR initiatives across functions including talent acquisition, talent management, compensation, payroll, employee relations, policy interpretation, training, communication, and safety.

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on employment branding initiatives and recruiting strategies to attract and retain top talent.

• Contribute to the design and delivery of programs that drive employee engagement and operational effectiveness.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as internal HR policies and procedures.

• Provide HR project leadership by managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and tracking progress on key initiatives.

• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans for HR-related projects; capture and share lessons learned to improve future project execution.

• Analyze data and trends to support decision-making and continuous improvement in HR practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in an HR generalist or HR business partner capacity.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and organizational development principles.

• Proven experience managing HR initiatives and supporting internal clients without direct team supervision.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and consultative skills.

• Strong project management and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”