The Role
We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Senior Human Resources Generalist to lead and support initiatives that drive operational excellence, elevate talent acquisition, and advance talent development across the organization. This role is responsible for managing core HR functions, including employee relations, compliance, payroll, and benefits administration, while also spearheading initiatives in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
The ideal candidate is an innovative, data-driven HR professional with a passion for cultivating high-performing teams, enhancing the employee experience, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.
This position is based in Kentucky at our Louisville, KY facility and reports to the Strategic Business Partner as part of the Human Resources team.
What You’ll Do
- HR Operations & Compliance: Administer and manage corporate HR programs including benefits, leave of absence requests, unemployment claims, payroll, and timekeeping systems. Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
- Policy & Employee Relations Support: Provide guidance to leaders and employees on HR policies and procedures. Partner with management to proactively address employee relations matters and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for exempt, non-exempt, and temporary roles across departments. Design scalable, inclusive recruitment strategies aligned with business goals and ensure a seamless candidate experience that enhances the employer brand.
- Strategic Talent Management & Career Development: Support and manage the full talent lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, succession planning, employee development, and engagement. Collaborate with leadership to forecast workforce needs and build proactive talent pipelines. Design and implement initiatives that strengthen team member capabilities and establish clear career progression frameworks to promote internal mobility, leadership readiness, and long-term employee growth.
- Employee Engagement & Retention: Design, implement, and support career development and engagement initiatives that enrich the employee experience, strengthen organizational commitment, and drive long-term retention.
- Talent Analytics & Reporting: Monitor, analyze, and report on key HR and talent metrics to inform strategic decisions and optimize workforce planning. Maintain HR dashboards and reports to track progress against departmental goals.
- Culture & Inclusion Advocacy: Champion the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Embed principles of inclusion and belonging across all HR and talent initiatives to support a diverse and equitable workplace.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Recommend and implement enhancements to HR processes, policies, and programs. Stay current with industry trends and best practices to continuously refine talent strategies.
- Strategic HR Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on all HR and talent-related matters, contributing to organizational strategy and workforce development.
- Documentation & Safety Compliance: Maintain accurate records of HR activities and ensure adherence to corporate safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
- Minimum of 3-5 years of HR experience
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact across all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Health, Safety, Physical & Travel Requirements
- Ability to perform standard office and plant-based duties, including a typical amount of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the facility.
- Capable of completing routine computer-based work in an office setting.
- Occasional travel required up to 25% to support business needs across locations.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Life at Emotiv
We believe great work happens when people feel valued, supported, and connected. At Emotiv, you will find a culture built on collaboration, learning, and celebrating wins of all sizes. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry leaders who are shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
Our benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
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