HR Generalist

Position Summary

Smoke Guard, recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years, is looking for a passionate and driven HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys being deeply connected to the employee experience.

In this role, no two days will look the same. One moment you may be supporting a leader through a difficult conversation with an employee; the next, you could be walking the floor, connecting with employees, helping coordinate onboarding for a new hire, assisting with a leave of absence, supporting recruiting efforts, or partnering with operations leaders to improve team engagement and retention.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys handling issues at the lowest possible level through communication, trust, accountability, and partnership. We are looking for someone who brings energy, professionalism, sound judgment, and a team-first mindset while helping foster a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and challenged to grow.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing employee advocacy with business partnership and who wants to make a visible impact on culture, leadership development, and operational success.

What a Day in Life Looks Like

Walking on the production floor and connecting with employees and leaders to build trust and maintain strong relationships.

Coaching managers through employee relations concerns, performance conversations, and leadership challenges.

Supporting recruiting efforts by screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and helping create a positive candidate experience.

Partnering with employees and leaders on leave administration, accommodations, and workplace concerns while ensuring compliance with federal and California employment laws.

Assisting with union-related questions, employee concerns, and maintaining positive working relationships.

Leading onboard efforts to ensure new employees feel welcomed, connected, and set up for success from day one.

Conducting workplace investigations with professionalism, fairness, and confidentiality.

Supporting employee engagement activities, recognition efforts, celebrations, and culture-building initiatives.

Partnering with leadership to improve retention, accountability, communication, and overall team effectiveness.

Helping maintain accurate HR records, reporting, payroll coordination, and HRIS data management.

Jumping in where needed to support the business, employees, and team.

What We’re Looking For

A team player who enjoys collaborating and building strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.

Someone who is approachable, visible, and comfortable working directly with employees and operations leaders.

Strong employee relations and conflict resolution experience with the ability to remain calm and professional in difficult situations.

Experience supporting California leave laws, multi-state employment practices, and preferably union environments.

A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership and follows through.

Someone who enjoys helping create a positive, engaging, and fun workplace culture while still holding high standards and accountability.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.

Experience

2-5 years of experience in Human Resources role.

Experience managing Human Resources across multiple states including California.

1-2 years of Union experience.

Other Requirements

Candidates who receive an offer of employment must successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

This position requires some travel around 10%.

This role requires driving for the Company, so candidates who receive an offer of employment for this role must have a current driver’s license and have a clean MVR.

This is an in-office position.

Values:

Safety – both physical and mental

Respect

Excellence

CSW Industrials offers a competitive Total Rewards package including:

Annual Performance Bonus Program

401(k) $1-$1 match, up to 6% - vest immediately

401(k) additional matching – up to 3%

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – average 5-8%

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement