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LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.
Live Safety
- Serve With Passion
- Innovate Relentlessly
- Engage With Integrity
- Build Community
- Be Accountable, The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for taking a leading part in driving the overall talent and people strategy by using best practices in retaining and developing our current talent pool within Lakeshore Recycling Systems. The HR Generalist will lead and drive HR programs and support the business from a people standpoint. This role works directly and closely with the business leaders, and the like to ensure the success against department goals as well as the broader company goals and strategic direction.
Vice President Human Resources
- Partner with department leaders to understand business needs, build relationships, and align HR strategies.
- Provide day-to-day HR support including coaching managers on employee engagement, communication, development, and recognition.
- Lead and resolve complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies.
- Conduct thorough and objective workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
- Advise on performance management practices, including goal setting, coaching, documentation, and improvement planning.
- Facilitate the annual performance review and employee engagement survey processes.
- Maintain and interpret HR policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Oversee HR data integrity and reporting within the company’s HRIS (e.g., ADP).
- Support onboarding, orientation, and training for new hires and managers.
- Lead or contribute to strategic HR projects such as talent development, succession planning, M&A integration, and organizational change initiatives.
- Coordinate and deliver training on compliance topics including performance management, harassment prevention, and safety.
- Stay current on employment law, HR trends, and best practices to ensure continuous improvement.
- Perform other HR duties and projects as required or assigned.
This role does not include direct supervision but has broad influence across departments.
Partners with managers on key HR decisions that affect performance, compliance, and talent development.
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Knowledge And Skill Requirements
- Strong generalist knowledge across multiple HR disciplines, especially employee relations and performance management.
- Experience with workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and compliance.
- In-depth knowledge of employment laws (EEO, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, etc.).
- Effective communication, coaching, and consulting skills across all levels.
- Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience using HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP) and data reporting tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, judgment, and customer service orientation.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a generalist
- Experience supporting multiple departments or business units is a plus.
- HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is desirable but not required.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents.
- Regular communication via phone, video conferencing, and in-person.
- Work in typical office setting with moderate noise and climate control.
- May occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasional travel required approximately 10–15% of the time for site visits, training, and business initiatives.
This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or qualifications.
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- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
- Occasionally required to stand and walk
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Sporadic local travel required
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Human Resources
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