HR Generalist

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

Syensqo is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join our team of exceptional professionals and explorers, working with all levels of the organization at the Baltimore, MD location. This role is ideal for an HR professional that thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, is passionate about building strong teams, and is focused on employee engagement and organizational success. This person will need to have a solid work history and union experience.

We count on you for:

• Partner with managers and employees to foster a positive, productive, inclusive and compliant workplace culture.

• Manage Labor Relations on a day-to-day basis, i.e. contract administration and handling grievances/arbitrations

• Support company programs and initiatives

• Assist site administrative assistant with payroll processing, accrual updates, and troubleshooting

• Deliver day-to-day support in performance management as well the annual review process, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary action.

• Work with Managers on recruitment efforts: identifying staffing needs, drafting job descriptions (as needed) , assisting Managers with screening candidates, conducting interviews, and onboarding new hires.

• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations; conduct thorough and objective investigations, and guide conflict resolution.

• Perform benefits-related administration, including sick leave monitoring, and communicating benefits information to employees. 

• Support employee development by coordinating and monitoring training programs.

• Drive engagement and retention by organizing site-wide programs, communication meetings, and special events.

• Maintain HRIS records, digital and paper files, and process personnel transactions across all systems.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations

• Champion safety by collaborating with HSE team and supporting workplace injury events and investigations

• Provide mentorship and guidance to our team members

• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law, regulations, and compliance requirements. Union experience is a plus.

• Day to day labor relations experience preferred - contract interpretation and administration, grievances and arbitrations, working with union reps and committees

• HRIS experience preferred; SuccessFactors and Kronos/UKG

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• High level of confidentiality, ethics, integrity, and professionalism.

• Self-starter and motivator for themselves and others

• Strong self-awareness and emotional intelligence

• Advanced problem-solving and analyzing data and trends

• Brings strategic and growth mind sets

• The job will be on-site at our Baltimore manufacturing location with occasional travel. An office will be provided.

• Setting will be office or manufacturing setting. This role will be required to make occasional to frequent visits to different manufacturing safety sensitive works areas.

You can count on us for: 

• Be part of and contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime change journey

• Join a transversal and dynamic team

• Opportunities for growth and learning

• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Human Resources degree preferred

• Minimum of 3-5+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment (generalist or coordinator level).

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.