TOMZ Corporation · 1 day ago
Sr. Human Resources Generalist
Berlin, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
4+ years expTOMZ Corporation is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist who will provide advanced HR support across multiple functional areas while serving as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership. The role involves managing employee relations, compliance matters, and supporting day-to-day HR operations, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the HR department.
BiotechnologyHealth CareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingMedical Device
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior-level point of contact for employee relations matters, independently handling complex issues and providing guidance to employees and managers on policies, procedures, performance concerns, and workplace issues
Lead and support workplace investigations, including policy violations, misconduct, harassment, and employee complaints; ensure timely, fair, and consistent resolution and documentation
Coach leaders on effective employee management practices, corrective action, performance documentation, and conflict resolution
Coordinate and lead new hire onboarding to ensure a compliant, engaging, and positive first-day experience, including orientation, badge processing, and documentation verification
Prepare, process, audit, and maintain employee lifecycle documentation, including hires, transfers, promotions, status changes, and terminations
Ensure all onboarding and personnel documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements
Maintain Form I-9 compliance, including historical recordkeeping, reverifications, and coordination of updated documentation as required
Administer and track employee referral bonus programs and related reporting
Conduct regular audits of personnel files and HR records to ensure accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and compliance
Support and administer performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, corrective action, and employee development planning
Partner with leadership to identify training needs and coordinate or deliver HR-related training such as workplace conduct, harassment prevention, and leadership fundamentals
Support talent development, internal mobility, and succession planning initiatives as assigned
Provide guidance on career development and performance improvement strategies
Serve as a knowledgeable resource for employees regarding benefit programs, including health insurance, safety footwear, protective eyewear, and company apparel
Assist employees with benefit-related questions and enrollment support in coordination with benefits vendors and leadership
Prepare, post, and distribute internal communications and maintain employee bulletin boards, wellness displays, and recognition boards
Support and help lead employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, recognition efforts, and company-sponsored events
Partner with the Employee Relations Specialist on community outreach initiatives and site-wide programs that support employee morale and company culture
Maintain and update OSHA logs in compliance with regulatory requirements
Support safety initiatives by partnering with EHS and leadership on documentation, training records, and compliance activities
Maintain working knowledge of the TOMZ Quality Management System and ensure HR documentation aligns with quality system requirements
Support internal and external audits related to HR, safety, and quality systems as required
If bilingual, coordinate and conduct HR, Safety, and Quality System orientations and provide translation support as needed
Utilize HR systems and data to track trends, support reporting, and provide insights related to turnover, onboarding effectiveness, engagement, and compliance
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, and workflows to enhance efficiency and the employee experience
Assist with HR system implementations, upgrades, and optimization initiatives
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids for HR processes as needed
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment
Strong working knowledge of HR compliance, employee relations, investigations, and recordkeeping best practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in a Human Resources Generalist role, with demonstrated ownership of employee relations and compliance activities
Preferred
Highly preferred: Bilingual in Ukrainian and/or Polish
OSHA reporting and compliance experience
Experience supporting manufacturing or other regulated environments
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Safety footwear
Protective eyewear
Company apparel
Company
TOMZ Corporation
TOMZ Corporation manufactures precision components for major medical devices, healthcare, laboratory diagnostics.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tom M.
Owner, President & Chief Executive Officer
Melinda Polson
CFO
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