HR Generalist

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Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

We are seeking a dynamic an experienced HR Generalist to support our HR leaders in delivering high-quality HR services across the organization. This role will be a key resource to support our HR strategies with a focus on the operational and tactical aspects of HR, ensuring smooth execution of day-to-day processes. The role will balance operational efficiency with proactive problem-solving to support a smooth-running HR department that helps drive organizational success

This role will support key HR initiatives/special projects in the areas of compensation, performance management, HRIS, affirmative action plan development, learning and development, talent management and succession planning, employee and labor relations. The position will report to the head of HR for the Performance Chemicals business segment and will be a key member of the Ingevity HR team. This role will provide thoughtful employee/labor relations support, including investigations, employee engagement initiatives, policy interpretation and application, and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal labor laws.

How you will impact Ingevity:

You will execute processes within the HR function to ensure that we are delivering world class employee relations and organizational development. Our organizational culture is one that believes first and foremost that it's all about our employees. Does that belief resonate with you? We want to talk to you if:

• You like to roll up your sleeves, are detail-oriented, have the ability to multi-task, and willingness to work in a team-oriented environment.

• You have a high level of passion and energy around engaging and developing employees.

• You are a multi-faceted HR expert with a history of high performance in a fast-paced environment
• You like working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and have the ability to pivot quickly to changing business needs.

• You have the ability to exercise discretion and good judgement in a variety of situations, build effective relationships with others, work independently, and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• You enjoy the planning and execution of employee training programs.

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum 2 years of HR Generalist or Business Partner experience in a manufacturing company required. Experience working in a plant manufacturing environment preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required

• Ability to engage others to build trusting relationships with employees and managers throughout the organization

• Provide advice and counsel to managers and employees. Serve as a primary contact for employee relations
• Experience in resolving employee conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary actions.

• Support the development of employees and teams. Assist in identifying programs and tools to improve development areas

• Strong understanding of and ability to ensure compliance with local, state and federal labor laws

• Working knowledge of HRIS tools and payroll systems, employment laws, benefits, HR principles

• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills

• Ability to deliver effective training and development that reinforces change and development of skills

• The Human Resources Generalist must be a self-starter with attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidential information

• Ability to manage multiple projects, and complete activities accurately and on time

• Proven track record as an HR partner and strategist with strong leadership, accountability and organizational skills

• Ability to travel up to 15% domestically

• This position will be on-site at Ingevity's North Charleston Headquarters.
• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Please note: This is not a position that Ingevity will consider for employment sponsorship. This means that Ingevity will not sponsor in any NIV category (including TN, E-3, H-1B, O-1) or submit the position in the H-1B Registration.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.