Sr. HR Generalist

Sr. Hr Generalist

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of position : Reporting to the Sr. HR Manager, the Sr. HR Generalist is a customer-centered role supporting all levels of employees within the Bradley organization. The HR Generalist will partner with cross-functional teams across the business, and will be responsible for recruiting, employee relations, compensation processes, benefits, training, employee engagement and special HR projects. The Sr. HR Generalist will be an active member of the overall HR team and will provide support for all on-going HR projects and initiatives. You will foster a workplace culture that exceeds employee expectations and embraces a continuous improvement mindset.

Primary job duties and responsibilities :

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Provides support in compliance areas of human resources including but not limited to employee relations, job evaluation, compensation management, benefits administration, training, AA / EEO, leave management and ADA.
• Collaborate with managers to understand staffing needs while partnering with Talent Acquisition to facilitate recruitment efforts.
• Conduct interviews, assess candidate qualifications, and participate in the selection process.
• Participate in the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring partnership with managers for seamless integration by creating immersion plans, drafting new hire announcements, and completing other new hire tasks.
• Maintains a high level of visibility, accessibility, and interaction with client groups.
• Partner with the Sr. HR Manager to support the performance management process, providing guidance to managers and employees on performance expectations and development opportunities.
• Assist in the implementation of individual development plans and performance improvement plans as needed.
• Partner with Talent team to identify formal learning opportunities for employees based on skill gaps and business needs.
• Generate HR reports and analytics such as headcount reports, performance reports and more.
• Coach and counsel employees, front line leaders and managers on employee relation matters, performance management and conflict resolution.
• Utilize an empathetic approach to understanding employee concerns, answer questions and help employees through organizational change.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints, providing recommendations for resolution. Partner with the Sr. HR Manager and the legal team as appropriate for all ethics related issues.
• Partner with the HR Team and site leaders on employee engagement and Watts Cares to coordinate various employee engagement and community activities.

Required qualifications :

General applicable company competencies :

Working conditions :

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Menomonee Falls, location (Monday Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements :

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours / conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.