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Standard Locknut

Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Standard Locknut, Westfield, Indiana, United States, 46074

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Standard Locknut Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary

Standard Locknut, a USA based industrial manufacturing company that designs, engineers, manufactures, and supplies precision-engineered bearing products and related components, is seeking an experienced

Senior HR Generalist

to lead the HR function for the organization.

This role will serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership while maintaining a strong hands‑on presence on the shop floor. This role will be responsible for recruitment, employee relations, compliance, employee engagement, performance management, and HR policy development.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in

manufacturing HR with private equity owned companies , understands hourly workforce dynamics, and can balance employee advocacy with business needs.

Our POWER Culture

Positive : We strive to see the best in every situation while remaining realistic.

Open : We value everyone's contributions and foster open communication.

Winning : Together, we succeed by improving daily and achieving exceptional outcomes.

Energetic : We tackle challenges head‑on with enthusiasm and perseverance.

Resilient : We adapt and persevere through tough situations to deliver outstanding results.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, embrace challenges with determination, and are driven to produce high‑quality work, we encourage you to apply.

Join our team and be part of a culture where excellence is the standard.

Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, investigations, and performance issues

Promote a positive workplace culture that aligns with company values and supports employee engagement and retention

Advise managers and supervisors on best practices for people management, coaching, and communication

Recruitment & Workforce Planning

Lead full‑cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried positions, including skilled trades, production, maintenance, and administrative roles

Manage relationships with technical schools and local workforce organizations.

Oversee onboarding and orientation processes to ensure successful new‑hire integration

Company Culture and Engagement Champion

Champion Standard Locknut’s vision to be named one of

Indiana’s Best Places to Work

Main point person for company engagement event planning and management

Lead employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs (Nectar), and retention strategies

Support a positive company culture

HR Compliance & Policy Management

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, EEOC, etc.)

Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates

Manage record‑keeping, audits, and reporting requirements

Support workplace safety initiatives in collaboration with plant leadership

Performance Management & Development

Oversee performance review processes and support leadership with goal setting and feedbackIdentify training and development needs for employees and supervisors

Support succession planning and leadership development initiatives

Compensation, Benefits & HR Administration

Partner with payroll and benefits providers to ensure accuracy and compliance

Analyze HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, hiring trends) and provide actionable insights to leadership

Qualifications Required

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field

Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or plant environment

Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

Experience supporting both hourly and salaried workforces

Proven ability to handle sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion

Preferred

HR certification such as

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR

Experience in a small‑to‑mid‑size manufacturing organization owned by private equity

Experience working with multiple production locations

Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build trust with employees at all levels of the organization

Hands‑on, approachable leadership style with a shop‑floor presence

Excellent problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills

High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

Strong organizational and time‑management abilities

Ability to work independently

Manufacturing and plant environment with regular interaction on the production floor

Office and plant floor presence required

Why Join Standard Locknut

Opportunity to lead and shape the HR function for a growing manufacturing company

Direct impact on company culture, employee engagement, and operational success

Collaborative leadership team and stable work environment

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