Plant HR Generalist in St. Paul, Minnesota at Interplastic Corporation

Plant HR Generalist

Location: Pryor, OK - Onsite

What is IP Corporation?

IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and growth. Headquartered in Minnesota, IP Corporation supports a portfolio of operating companies that manufacture and distribute resins, gel coats, composite materials, and specialty polymer solutions used across a wide range of industrial applications.

Our operating companies, Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products, work together to deliver technical expertise, high-quality products, and long-term partnerships to customers around the world. We are known for our customer-first mindset, strong technical capabilities, and collaborative culture built on trust and continuous improvement.

What is a Plant HR Generalist?

Based onsite at the Interplastic plant in Pryor, OK, the Plant Human Resources Generalist is the primary HR resource for assigned manufacturing and distribution operations. This role partners with plant leaders and employees to build a positive workplace culture and apply company policies, employment laws, and effective HR practices. As a trusted advisor, the generalist supports employee relations, hiring and onboarding, benefits and leave, performance management, engagement, training, and payroll administration.

What You Can Expect to Do as a Plant HR Generalist:

Advise plant leaders and employees on HR policies and employee relations; investigate complaints, policy violations, and workplace conflicts, and support coaching, counseling, corrective action, and performance improvement plans.Partner with hiring managers on screening, interviews, selection, workforce planning, staffing, and local recruitment outreach; coordinate welcoming onboarding, new hire orientation, and employment paperwork.Support benefits questions, open enrollment, and benefits education with corporate HR; administer FMLA, ADA accommodations, military leave, workers' compensation, and other applicable programs, maintaining accurate leave records.Coordinate performance reviews and leader guidance, talent development, succession planning, development programs, training, and compliance learning to support continuous employee development.Partner with supervisors and payroll to support accurate, timely timekeeping and payroll processing; support HR audits and compliance reporting while protecting confidential information.Implement and communicate HR policies, monitor changes in federal, state, and local employment laws and HR practices, and apply working knowledge of local collective bargaining agreements and union-company matters as applicable.Partner with EHS and plant leadership on workplace safety, workers' compensation, incident response, and root cause follow-up; help leaders manage complex employee situations and reduce risk.Promote accountability, respect, inclusion, and company values through recognition, engagement initiatives, change communications, conflict resolution, employee meetings, and town halls; lead HR projects, training, or cross-functional teams as needed without typical direct reports.

What We Are Looking For in a Plant HR Generalist:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience, required.Experience in employee relations and benefits administration required.Experience in recruiting and HR compliance required.Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or industrial environment required.PHR, SHRM-CP, or another HR certification preferred.Experience with HR information systems and applicant tracking systems preferred.Experience supporting multiple facilities or employee groups preferred.

Why Join IP Corporation?

Be part of a stable, privately held organization with more than 70 years of success and industry leadership.Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, and a 401(k) with company match.Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, values-driven organization where your contributions matter.Work alongside experienced professionals in an environment that encourages continuous learning, development, and career growth.Join a culture built on teamwork, integrity, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships.Contribute to products and solutions that support a wide range of industries across North America and beyond.Enjoy the benefits of a company that combines the stability of an established organization with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work onsite in manufacturing and office settings, with frequent employee interactions and regular movement through production and warehouse areas.Sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, and use computers and standard office equipment for extended periods.Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and respond to employee issues outside normal working hours when needed.

IP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

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