Apogee Architectural Metals

About The Role

The HR Generalist I is an early-career HR professional who supports employee relations, compliance, and people processes while continuing to develop professional judgment, business understanding, and HR capability. This role serves as a bridge between HR operations and HR partnership, handling defined responsibilities independently while receiving guidance and oversight on more complex or high-risk matters.

The HR Generalist I works closely with site leaders, employees, and senior HR partners to support a safe, fair, and productive work environment. This role is critical in ensuring consistent application of policies, timely resolution of issues, and a positive employee experience, while building toward a more strategic HR role.

What You Will Do

Employee & Labor Relations

• Support and conduct employee relations investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and recommendations, with guidance from senior HR leaders.
• Assist leaders with performance management, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.
• Participate in grievance support, contract interpretation, and labor-related matters in union environments as appropriate.
• Ensure employee issues are handled consistently, fairly, and in alignment with company values, policies, and agreements.

Compliance, Policy & Risk Support

• Interpret and apply HR policies and procedures with appropriate supervision.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, labor agreements, and internal policies.
• Support audits, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential risks or inconsistencies and escalate appropriately.

Talent, Engagement & Development

• Support recruiting, onboarding, and workforce movement processes.
• Partner with leaders and HR colleagues on engagement initiatives, training, and development activities.
• Assist in administering performance management, engagement surveys, and action planning.

Leader & Employee Support

• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, and processes.
• Coach supervisors on basic performance feedback, documentation, and communication.
• Serve as a trusted and accessible HR presence at the site level.

Learning & Professional Development

• Build deeper knowledge of employment law, labor relations, HR best practices, and the business.
• Seek feedback and coaching from senior HR partners.
• Participate in training, stretch assignments, and cross-functional exposure.

What You Should Have

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 2–4 years of experience in Human Resources or a related people-focused role.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and employee relations practices.
• STRONG PREFERENCE for someone bi-lingual in Spanish.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment with guidance and recognize when escalation is needed.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Comfort working in operational or manufacturing environments.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is site-based and involves regular interaction with manufacturing teams and leadership.

Work Involves

• Sitting for extended periods
• Using standard office equipment
• Walking through production environments requiring appropriate PPE
• Attending meetings and employee discussions

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.