Human Resources Generalist

EarthScout•Albert Lea, MN

11d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist serves as the primary HR business partner for the Albert Lea, Minnesota facility, providing strategic and day-to-day HR support to leaders and employees while ensuring compliance with employment laws, company policies, and organizational objectives. The role partners with leaders to support employee engagement, performance, talent initiatives, and organizational effectiveness. Working with the onsite HR Coordinator, the Generalist supports onboarding, orientation, employee events, and other initiatives to deliver a seamless employee experience. The position requires an experienced HR professional who can navigate complex employee situations, coach leaders through difficult conversations, and balance employee advocacy with sound business judgment. Occasional travel to the Brooklyn Park, Minnesota headquarters or other U.S. facilities may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience is identified as preferred.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Demonstrated experience managing employee relations and coaching leaders through complex workplace situations.
Ability to build credibility and trusted relationships at all levels.
Strong emotional intelligence, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently in a collaborative environment.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout a manufacturing facility; operating standard office equipment; and occasionally lifting up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification.
Manufacturing or multi-site HR experience.
Progressive HR Generalist experience of 5+ years when substituting for a degree.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR resource for the Albert Lea facility and build trusted relationships with leaders and employees.
Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, corrective action, organizational changes, and workforce planning.
Coach leaders through complex employee situations while ensuring consistency, fairness, and compliance.
Support leadership development and reinforce company culture.
Analyze timekeeping and workforce data to identify attendance trends and labor concerns.
Investigate employee concerns and recommend practical, legally compliant solutions.
Facilitate conflict resolution and difficult conversations with professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
Interpret and consistently apply company policies and employment practices while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.
Partner with hiring managers throughout recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
Support performance management, employee development, succession planning, and retention initiatives.
Identify trends affecting engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Recommend recruiting strategies and build community partnerships to strengthen talent pipelines.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Maintain accurate personnel records and HR documentation.
Support HR audits, reporting, and policy administration.
Partner with Operations, Facilities, and HR leadership on workforce compliance initiatives.
Support incident reporting, workers' compensation, reasonable suspicion, work restrictions, ADA accommodations, and leave administration.
Work closely with the onsite HR Coordinator on onboarding, orientation, employee events, and other HR initiatives.