Human Resources Generalist II

Cadence Inc•Staunton, VA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cadence, Inc., we’re more than a manufacturer — we’re a partner in improving lives. As a contract manufacturer of medical and life science devices, we help the world’s leading healthcare companies bring innovative, life-saving technologies to patients faster and with precision. Our team of 800+ employees across the U.S. and Costa Rica is united by one mission: advancing patient outcomes through excellence in manufacturing. That mission begins with our people — and that’s where you come in. As the HR Generalist supporting our Mid-Atlantic facilities, you’ll be at the heart of our people operations, ensuring our teams have the support, clarity, and confidence they need to do their best work. You’ll handle a mix of hands-on HR activity and process improvement — managing employee relations, guiding performance management, and driving efficiency in our HR systems and practices. Your work helps create the environment where employees who make life-changing medical products can thrive. This role reports to the regional HRBP.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.
3-5 years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong working knowledge of VA employment law and HR compliance.
Hands-on experience with HRIS and ATS systems (UKG, Workday, or similar), including report generation and process improvement.
Proven ability to recruit for technical manufacturing roles.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple sites.
High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Process improvement mindset – ability to identify efficiencies and implement practical solutions.
Collaborative, proactive, and resourceful with a continuous improvement orientation.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted HR contact for employees and managers across multiple sites, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee relations issues.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and company policies.
Support performance management processes including coaching leaders, facilitating reviews, and maintaining documentation.
Lead or assist with full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing and technical roles, including machinists, tool & die, machine operators, and quality inspectors.
Partner with hiring managers to develop effective recruiting strategies and streamline selection processes.
Enter and maintain data in the Company’s HRIS and ATS systems
Identify opportunities to streamline, digitize, and automate HR processes.
Support onboarding, new hire orientation, and employee engagement initiatives.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive employee information and issues.
Contribute to broader HR projects and initiatives across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Periodic travel as needed for site support, 5-10%.