HR Generalist

Neogen Corporation • Oakdale, MN

28d

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! The HR Generalist plays a key role in providing comprehensive HR support to our corporate functions in a professional, fast‑paced business environment. In this mid-level role, you will partner closely with leaders and employees across departments to ensure consistent application of HR policies, effective communication, and a positive, engaging workplace culture. This position is ideal for an HR professional with solid experience in employee relations, talent management, and supporting exempt/professional populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably supporting corporate or professional/exempt employees in a business environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as HR policies and standard HR processes.
• Experience in employee relations, including coaching, conflict resolution, and conducting investigations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting, with strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and partner with leaders at multiple levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR contact for corporate employees and managers on workplace issues, policy interpretation, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leaders to ensure consistent and fair application of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices in alignment with applicable laws.
• Conduct employee relations investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate actions in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Support core HR processes, including onboarding, performance management cycles, policy implementation, and offboarding, while maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to implement corporate HR initiatives, support learning and development programs, and contribute to workforce planning and organizational design.
• Participate in culture-building activities, recognition programs, change‑management efforts, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to support a positive employee experience.

Benefits

• A professional, fast‑paced corporate environment where HR is a strategic partner to the business.
• Opportunities to contribute to key HR initiatives, including talent management, leadership development, and organizational development programs.
• Involvement in company-wide efforts focused on employee engagement, culture building, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A standard benefits package designed to support the well‑being of employees, including health and other typical employer-sponsored benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level