HR Generalist

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Human Resource Generalist
• Working Hours: Normal working ours will be 7:30 - 4:00 pm. This position will be based at our Fostoria Ohio Distribution Center with shared time at our Old Fort Production Facility.

Come join our Old Fort, OH facility where we manufacture products such as A&H Baking Soda, A&H Cat Litter, and A&H Unit Dose Detergent!

ROLE SUMMARY:

The HR Generalist provides comprehensive Human Resources support for plant operations and distribution in a lean manufacturing environment. This role is the primary driver of employee relations and workplace investigations, partnering closely with leaders and employees to ensure fair, consistent, and timely resolution of concerns. Responsibilities include staffing (leading RPO process/communications), onboarding, investigations, employee relations, HR policy adherence, training and development, payroll coordination, and performance management administration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Lead, conduct, and document investigations involving harassment, discrimination, workplace misconduct, safety incidents, and policy violations.
• Perform timely, unbiased investigative interviews with employees, supervisors, and witnesses.
• Prepare investigation summaries, findings, and recommended corrective actions; escalate high‑risk issues as needed.
• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employee relations concerns.
• Coach supervisors and managers on ER topics, conflict resolution, and corrective actions.
• Identify ER trends and partner with leadership to address root causes.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Promote a safe culture and consistent safety awareness.
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal and state laws.
• Assist with the administration of Workers Compensation Policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive HR information.

Staffing, Hiring & Onboarding

• Facilitate staffing processes (managing RPO process and communications) with hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate HRIS and payroll data.
• Assist with onboarding, pre-employment processes, and HR orientation.

Training & Development

• Assists with the development of and/or facilitation of training for all employees on plant policies and procedures, Code of Conduct, Diversity & Inclusion, etc. Assists with or leads HR initiatives, such as succession planning, Open Enrollment, engagement surveys, etc. Maintain applicable HR metrics such as Time-to-Fill, Employee Relations Log, etc.

Payroll / Time & Attendance & HRIS

• Assist with processing / auditing timecards for non-exempt payroll.
• Process employee data / positions changes in HRIS system. Complete audits to ensure accuracy.

General HR Support

• Build strong relationships across all levels.
• Liaise with state agencies and vendors.
• Administer new hire reviews.
• Perform additional HR duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or business administration required.
• Experience: 3–5 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment. Multi-site HR support experience preferred.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams). Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Experience with Workday HRIS preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights.
• Additional Information: Travel between sites is required. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

PREFERED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• PHR/SPHR certification

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/