Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here

Job Description

The HR Generalist will provide support for the Emtek/Schaub headquarters location and members of the commercial team. This role is responsible for key HR activities including compliance, talent acquisition, change management initiatives, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, and talent initiatives. This role partners closely with other matrix HR leaders in the organization that support associates at the Irwindale location.

The ideal candidate will be an agent for change, have at least 3 years experience as an HR Generalist or similar role in a commercial setting, have extensive knowledge of all HR functions including state, local, and federal laws and regulations, and have excellent interpersonal skills.

Location: This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule based in our Irwindale, CA office location at least 3 days per week. (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Salary: $90k - $105k/year

What you will be doing:

• Lead Labor Relations for Hourly and Salary Employees
• Lead PAR Activities at the Manufacturing Plant.
• Facilitating, promoting, and ensuring employee participation of the FBIN employee survey and employee experience activities.
• Partner with management on driving change initiatives and providing insight and support in implementing effective strategies to maximize employee engagement, buy-in, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Assist with performance evaluations and goal planning providing input for talent development and performance management planning.
• Facilitating and ensuring the completion of Open Enrollment
• Promptly responding to the needs and concerns of the employees to sustain good employee relations.
• Conducting, documenting, and concluding internal investigations, as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with Company policies and procedures by enforcing guidelines and standards across the organization.
• Ensure pay increases are justified, approved and administered according to pay scales and plan.
• Oversee absence management, including site accountability for proper use of absence codes, tracking and consistently applying progressive discipline where needed. Ensure the utilization of absence management tools to reduce unplanned absenteeism.
• Providing counsel, coaching, guidance and options to Site Leaders on HR policy and disciplinary matters to minimize legal exposure.
• Utilize and implement effective processes to increase direct hiring of all employees while reducing dependence upon staffing agencies to improve turnover rates and talent.
• Assisting and facilitating the recruiting, selection and onboarding activities.
• Prepare HR reports on monthly basis and ad hoc basis, while analyzing data and collaborating on the appropriate countermeasures with the Director, Human Resources and Site Leaders.
• Assist and collaborate with EHS regarding accident investigations, including taking statements, determining work-relatedness, assisting in root cause determination and establishing countermeasures. Communicate with worker's comp carrier and overseeing claim management.
• Ensure proper voluntary and involuntary termination approval and administration of processes.
• Maintain and update job descriptions.
• Oversee, facilitate and preserve the integrity of the internal job posting process to increase internal promotions.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory compliance agencies as it relates to labor, wage and hour and employment laws; actively supports corporation's commitment to Affirmative Action.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate governance policies, regulations and laws, Emtek programs and policies and the FBIN Code of Conduct.
• Continuously develop your HR expertise with ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role
• Well-versed in local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail and reporting and analysis
• Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)

Nice-to-Have:

• Associate degree or Equivalent Experience in Human Resources
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates' feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at to learn more

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.