Sr. HR Generalist

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry. 

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs. 

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

The Senior Human
Resources Generalist is a strategic HR partner with a
strong focus on employee relations, performance management,
and workforce planning in a manufacturing environment. This role
also supports recruitment, learning & development, compensation, and
compliance. The ideal candidate is bilingual, experienced in high-volume
environments, and skilled at building trust across all levels of the
organization.

Your Responsibilities:

Employee Relations

• Lead complex employee relations cases, including
  investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers,
  promoting a respectful and inclusive workplace.
• Develop and implement engagement strategies to
  improve morale and retention.

Performance Management

• Drive performance management processes, including
  coaching, feedback, and development planning.
• Partner with leadership to align performance goals
  with operational objectives.
• Support succession planning and talent development
  initiatives.

Workforce Planning

• Analyze workforce trends and collaborate with
  operations to forecast labor needs.
• Lead strategic staffing initiatives and
  organizational design efforts.
• Support headcount planning and labor cost analysis.

Recruitment & Learning

• Oversee recruitment for key roles, including
  leadership and technical positions.
• Support onboarding and training programs tailored to
  manufacturing environments.
• Mentor HR team members in recruitment best
  practices.

Compensation Management

• Provide guidance on compensation strategy, pay
  equity, and incentive programs.
• Collaborate with finance and leadership on budgeting
  and salary planning.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety
  regulations, and company policies.
• Lead internal audits and support external regulatory
  inspections.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for legal and
  operational requirements.

Team Leadership &
Mentorship

• Provide guidance and mentorship to
  junior HR staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge
  sharing.
• Support cross-training and development
  of HR team capabilities.
• Promote collaboration and consistency
  in HR practices across locations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or
  related field; HR certification (PHR/SPHR) a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with
  strong exposure to manufacturing environments.
• Advanced computer proficiency with strong Excel
  skills (including pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas), with
  experience generating HR reports, analyzing employee data, and developing
  dashboards to support workforce planning and decision-making.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across
  all organizational levels.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations and
  remote teams.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.  

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.