Human Resources Generalist

Nidec Motor Corporation is seeking an HR Generalist I to support our manufacturing site in Brooklyn Heights, Ohio. This role serves as the primary on-site HR resource, providing day-to-day support to employees and leaders while partnering closely with a broader centralized HR team for guidance, alignment, and support.

This position is ideal for an early-career HR professional looking to build broad generalist experience in a manufacturing environment while supporting employee life cycle processes, employee relations, and HR program execution at the site level.

Primary Responsibilities

HR Operations & Program Support

• Support the execution of core HR programs, including onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with day-to-day HR processes across multiple functional areas.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of HR activities in alignment with established policies and procedures.

Employee & Manager Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employees and managers, responding to routine HR inquiries.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures within defined guidelines.
• Escalate complex or sensitive matters to appropriate HR leaders or Centers of Excellence.

Employee Relations Support

• Assist with employee relations matters under HR leadership guidance.
• Support documentation, tracking, and follow-up on employee concerns.
• Participate in performance management and corrective action processes as directed.

HR Transactions, Data & Documentation

• Process HR transactions, including employee updates, job changes, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with privacy and retention standards.
• Support preparation of standard HR reports and metrics.
• Ensure proper handling of sensitive and confidential information.

Compliance & Process Adherence

• Follow company policies, employment regulations, and HR standards.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements as needed.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Site HR Partnership

• Partner with site leadership to support day-to-day HR needs and ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Help drive consistent application of HR practices at the site level while collaborating with the centralized HR team.
• Contribute to a positive and productive employee experience across the location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• HR internship or 1+ years of entry-level HR experience preferred.
• Foundational understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data entry.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn and develop broad HR generalist capabilities.
• Proficiency with HR systems (Workday or similar HRIS experience preferred).