HR Generalist

Johnson Controls • York, PA

4d • $70,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist is an entry-level trusted Human Resources partner to plant leadership and employees, providing hands-on support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role delivers and executes local HR programs and services while ensuring compliance with company policies, employment laws, and operational objectives. Working with the HR Manager and operations leaders, the HR Generalist supports employee engagement, talent development, workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• At least 2 years of work experience; internships and summer jobs during high school or college may count.
• Experience using a computer for administrative tasks.
• Aptitude for handling sensitive employee matters.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Multi-shift manufacturing or plant HR experience.
• Payroll and timekeeping experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience leading employee engagement, retention, and change-management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support managers with performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, employee development, and leadership effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends, engagement data, and employee feedback to identify retention and continuous-improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential employee records and HRIS data.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary HR contact for employee questions, concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and internal job postings.
• Facilitate employee communications, training programs, and HR initiatives that support business objectives.
• Partner with Payroll, Operations, and Environmental Health & Safety teams to support employee experience, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Monitor workforce metrics and provide leadership recommendations to improve employee engagement and organizational performance.
• Assist with payroll, timekeeping, leave administration, and other HR operational activities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care.
• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through the Zero Harm policy.

What This Job Offers

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