Quality Electrical Systems is hiring: HR Generalist in Salt Lake City

Job Description

The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting all aspects of human resources operations at QES. This position is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and performance management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, approachable, and passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, screening, interviews, and offers.
• Coordinate and conduct new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions and HR-related concerns.
• Support conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace environment.
• Assist supervisors with performance reviews, goal setting, and development plans.
• Identify training needs and help coordinate employee learning opportunities.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, leave, and retirement plans.
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate and timely compensation processing.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation, records, and reports in HRIS systems.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 2–5 years in HR or a similar generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP, or equivalent).
• Experience with payroll or benefits administration software.
• Exposure to multi‑state employment laws and compliance.

Why Join QES

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and advancement.
• A company culture that values integrity, respect, and collaboration.

Company Description

Quality Electrical Systems is an electrical equipment manufacturer in West Jordan, UT. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility has 350,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 75,000 square feet of inventory space. We are an innovative company with decades of combined experience in the industrial electrical industry. Our primary markets include data centers, oil/gas, water/wastewater, and mining, and we maintain OEM manufacturing contracts with many major international manufacturers such as GE, ABB, Yaskawa, Danfoss, and TMEIC. After 30 years of business, we produce a wide variety of custom electrical products—including Switchgear, E‑Houses, and VFDs—that ship worldwide. We are community driven and foster a collaborative, supportive environment where employees can thrive and grow their careers while delivering exceptional results to our customers.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
• Employment Type: Contract
• Job Function: Human Resources
• Industry: Health and Human Services