Milwaukee Tool
Sr HR Generalist – Milwaukee Tool
Under the direction of the Human Resources/Talent Business Partner, you will support our Sales organization to drive HR initiatives and key people strategies aligned to HR and business objectives. As a Senior HR Generalist, you will help forecast, identify, build, and implement proactive talent solutions that align with business goals. You will support organizational development, workforce planning, cyclical talent initiatives, and build strategic partnerships. This role will own the performance management process for the broader Sales organization.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate enterprise-wide financial, regulatory, and compliance principals and consistently apply them to talent processes, policies, and initiatives.
Provide coaching to business leadership and day‑to‑day guidance, counsel, and support to assigned leaders across the Sales organization to support ongoing talent initiatives.
Partner and collaborate with business leaders cross‑functionally and Talent COEs to develop appropriate talent plans, build bench strength for organizational transformation using talent data analytics and insights.
Engage key stakeholders and influence senior leadership to align talent with business strategies.
Support the performance management cycle for the Sales organization, including complex situations involving involuntary terminations and associated risks.
Coach leadership on the performance management cycle and provide guidance on disciplinary actions.
Maintain positive employee relations by creating a responsive, open environment where employees feel safe to speak up.
Serve as a talent subject matter expert in partnership with the compliance team on relevant labor laws, legal rulings, and regulations with the ability to consult and coach leaders on complex talent issues.
Conduct and document internal investigations as well as formal employee complaints.
Facilitate the off‑boarding process for both voluntary and involuntary terminations.
Analyze exit‑survey data with the Business Partner to provide insights and feedback.
Provide support for employee‑experience programs (engagement surveys, skip‑level meetings, exit interviews, stay interviews, action planning, roundtable sessions, and leader accountability).
Use data and analytics to gain insight into employee feedback, provide personalized and relevant experiences, and development opportunities.
Cultivate an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees.
Provide program support to Talent Management in areas such as Annual Performance Review Process, Annual Merit Cycle, Strategic Talent and Org Review, Succession Planning, Internal Mobility, and Performance Management.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
2‑3+ years of experience in employee relations and/or HR support.
High attention to detail with proven ability to manage complex employee documentation, track action items, and ensure accuracy across HR processes.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Preferred
Proficiency in employee relations/performance management.
Proficiency in Workday and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong understanding of HR principles, practices and employment laws, the talent‑management lifecycle, and employee retention strategies.
PHR or SPHR certification.
Benefits
Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
Generous 401(k) savings plan.
Education assistance.
On‑site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
And many more – check out our benefits site.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Human Resources
Industry Manufacturing
Milwaukee Tool is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate enterprise-wide financial, regulatory, and compliance principals and consistently apply them to talent processes, policies, and initiatives.
Provide coaching to business leadership and day‑to‑day guidance, counsel, and support to assigned leaders across the Sales organization to support ongoing talent initiatives.
Partner and collaborate with business leaders cross‑functionally and Talent COEs to develop appropriate talent plans, build bench strength for organizational transformation using talent data analytics and insights.
Engage key stakeholders and influence senior leadership to align talent with business strategies.
Support the performance management cycle for the Sales organization, including complex situations involving involuntary terminations and associated risks.
Coach leadership on the performance management cycle and provide guidance on disciplinary actions.
Maintain positive employee relations by creating a responsive, open environment where employees feel safe to speak up.
Serve as a talent subject matter expert in partnership with the compliance team on relevant labor laws, legal rulings, and regulations with the ability to consult and coach leaders on complex talent issues.
Conduct and document internal investigations as well as formal employee complaints.
Facilitate the off‑boarding process for both voluntary and involuntary terminations.
Analyze exit‑survey data with the Business Partner to provide insights and feedback.
Provide support for employee‑experience programs (engagement surveys, skip‑level meetings, exit interviews, stay interviews, action planning, roundtable sessions, and leader accountability).
Use data and analytics to gain insight into employee feedback, provide personalized and relevant experiences, and development opportunities.
Cultivate an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees.
Provide program support to Talent Management in areas such as Annual Performance Review Process, Annual Merit Cycle, Strategic Talent and Org Review, Succession Planning, Internal Mobility, and Performance Management.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
2‑3+ years of experience in employee relations and/or HR support.
High attention to detail with proven ability to manage complex employee documentation, track action items, and ensure accuracy across HR processes.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Preferred
Proficiency in employee relations/performance management.
Proficiency in Workday and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong understanding of HR principles, practices and employment laws, the talent‑management lifecycle, and employee retention strategies.
PHR or SPHR certification.
Benefits
Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
Generous 401(k) savings plan.
Education assistance.
On‑site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
And many more – check out our benefits site.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Human Resources
Industry Manufacturing
Milwaukee Tool is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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