HR Generalist II

Lennox International•Marshalltown, IA

4d•$63,000 - $82,950

About The Position

Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us. Join Our HR Team! Are you passionate about people and driven to make a difference? In this role, you will be a go-to resource for employees, providing day-to-day HR support, leading hourly recruiting, and driving engagement initiatives that make our workplace positive and productive. This role is essential in attracting top talent, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting a workplace culture we're proud of.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Minimum 2 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of HR laws, compliance, and best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to manage clerical and administrative responsibilities with high accuracy and efficiency.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting.
Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
High attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; intermediate PowerPoint and MS Office skills.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality HR support and service to employees related to HR policies, payroll, and benefits.
Coach employees to enhance performance and drive success.
Partner with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies for hourly positions.
Source, screen, and interview candidates to identify the best talent for our organization.
Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, including conducting orientations and maintaining up-to-date onboarding materials.
Develop a community presence by identifying and engaging with community organizations to enhance recruiting efforts.
Plan and execute plant-wide employee engagement events, recognition activities, and community volunteer events.
Continuously evaluate and improve hiring processes to deliver an exceptional candidate experience.
Analyze hiring data and employee metrics to support HR strategies focused on retention and workforce planning.
Lead or support key HR initiatives such as redesigning orientation programs and implementing retention strategies.
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
Provide labor relations support including corrective action, grievance meetings, grievance tracking.
Manage clerical and administrative HR tasks such as filing personnel records, maintaining HRIS data integrity, generating reports, preparing HR communications, scheduling meetings, and ensuring accurate documentation across all HR functions.
Assist with, and support employee relations efforts by conducting thorough investigations, ensuring timely follow-up, and recommending appropriate disciplinary action.