💡 Drive Innovation with E2 Optics! 💡
At E2 Optics, our people are central to everything we do. Our Human Resources Generalist (HRG) serves as an onsite HR partner, supporting both office staff and field operations on regional job sites on a day-to-day basis. This role is highly visible, hands-on, and critical to driving a consistent, people-focused experience across the workforce.
You will operate as a key HR presence for assigned locations, working closely with field leaders while collaborating with a broader HR team, with a focus on employee relations, performance support, and field operations alignment. This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments and enjoys building effective relationships that support operational teams.
This is not a traditional HR Generalist role. You will:
Be embedded in the business with our operators and key to their success
Influence real-time field decisions and leadership behaviors
Play a key role in shaping positive employee experiences across active job sites
Grow your career within a company that is scaling rapidly and investing in its HR function
This is a fully onsite exempt role, working in an office and at active job sites, with regular local travel required. This position is supported by a shared HR Coordinator to effectively deliver HR services to our local operations and reports directly to an HR Manager as part of a larger Regional HR team. Our HR teams collaborate constantly with each other and work closely with other teams, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, and Payroll.
Field-Focused HR Partnership
Serve as a key HR advisor to field leaders and site management
Provide guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and workforce management
Partner with operations leaders to drive engagement, retention, and performance outcomes
Support employees with their HR-related questions, concerns, and guidance
Deliver or coordinate training and development initiatives aligned to business needs
Onboarding & Employee Experience
Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding for designated sites
Manage critical processes such as I-9 compliance and employment documentation
Support employee lifecycle activities including performance feedback cycles and development conversations
Employee Relations & Compliance
Lead and support employee investigations, corrective actions, and resolution processes
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Maintain accurate HR documentation and tracking within HR systems
HR Operations & Continuous Improvement
Analyze HR data and trends to inform decision-making and improve outcomes
Support initiatives such as performance reviews, engagement strategies, and workforce planning
Partner cross-functionally with payroll, benefits, and talent acquisition teams
Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and site-level execution
Be part of a fast-growing, high-impact organization where HR plays a critical role in business success
Benefit from significant career growth and advancement opportunities
Work within a collaborative HR team with experienced leaders and dedicated experts across TA, Benefits, and Payroll
Gain exposure to diverse operations and leadership environments
Contribute to a culture grounded in safety, respect, and continuous improvement
Competitive pay and great benefits including 401(K) with employer match
The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This role requires sitting, use of hands and arms, verbal communication, and occasional physical movement such as stooping or kneeling. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet. Must be able to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required to do so. The employee may also be required to work in tight and confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer:The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.