Senior Human Resources Generalist

Avient•Englewood, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Avient is seeking a strategic, business-minded Senior Human Resources Generalist to support its Advanced Composites business, with direct responsibility for the Englewood, Colorado, and Montrose, Colorado, locations and additional support for business-wide HR projects and initiatives. Englewood is the primary work location, and the role requires regular onsite presence. The position partners directly with site leaders to advance HR strategy in support of business objectives and organizational growth. Reporting to the Senior Human Resources Manager, the Senior HR Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees. The role implements and administers HR services, policies, and programs, and partners with business leaders to attract, retain, develop, and reward talent while supporting compliance, operational excellence, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and workforce planning. The position requires travel up to 20% as needed to support site and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 3 years of Human Resources Generalist experience.
Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, and organizational development initiatives.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Ability to influence and build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Results-oriented approach and demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS systems.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including regularly standing, walking, and handling or feeling objects, tools, or controls; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds; and use of personal protective equipment as dictated by plant safety guidelines.
Ability to work in an environment with noise ranging from normal office levels to loud, exposure to wet or humid conditions, dust, fumes, airborne particles, chemical dust, vibration, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals or electrical-shock risk.

Nice To Haves

Human Resources Generalist experience in a manufacturing environment.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

Responsibilities

Implement corporate, business group, and business unit HR policies, programs, and systems covering talent acquisition, employee development, training, compensation, benefits, performance management, and organizational development.
Partner with business leaders to develop workforce strategies that support business objectives and organizational growth.
Develop hiring requisitions and partner with recruiters and hiring managers to fill exempt and non-exempt positions.
Coordinate and facilitate new-hire onboarding and serve as the primary HR contact for newly hired employees.
Advise and support employees and managers on HR policies, employment practices, performance management, and employee relations.
Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, counseling, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and policy interpretation.
Support employee development, career growth, succession planning, talent assessments, performance reviews, and leadership development.
Assist employees returning from short-term and long-term leaves while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws.
Partner with leaders to identify, develop, and retain high-potential talent and build organizational capability.
Support and promote employee engagement initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, high-performing culture.
Lead and support organizational and cultural change initiatives aligned with business goals.
Analyze employee feedback, workforce trends, HR metrics, and workforce data to identify improvement opportunities and support decision-making.
Develop and maintain an understanding of business operations, customers, markets, and key performance indicators to support leaders effectively.
Maintain visibility and strong relationships across supported sites through regular engagement with employees and leaders.
Prepare HR metrics, reports, and presentations.
Maintain professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in all HR matters.
Travel up to 20% as necessary to support site and business needs.
Lead or participate in special projects and other HR responsibilities as assigned.