Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing HR Generalist will be responsible for managing human resources functions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with Mexican labor laws (Ley Federal del Trabajo - LFT), and company policies while supporting recruitment, employee relations, payroll administration, and training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Labor Law Compliance & Employee Relations

• Ensure compliance with Ley Federal del Trabajo (LFT), Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS), INFONAVIT, and SAR regulations.
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to address, workplace disputes, and disciplinary actions, following Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOMs) where applicable.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Working with the recruitment COE for plant positions, ensuring hiring aligns with STPS (Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social) guidelines.
• Develop and execute onboarding programs tailored to manufacturing operations and any support staff including sales.
• Monitor workforce trends and provide recommendations to optimize staffing levels.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Support payroll processing and validate compliance with ISR (Impuesto Sobre la Renta), IMSS, INFONAVIT, and FONACOT deductions.
• Assist employees with benefit-related inquiries, ensuring timely enrollment and updates.
• Manage attendance tracking, return to work management and leave requests, including prima vacacional, aguinaldo, and PTU (Participación de los Trabajadores en las Utilidades).

Training & Development

• Coordinate and implement training programs aligned with Competencia Laboral y Capacitación (DNC) requirements.
• Ensure compliance with NOM-035 (Psychosocial Risk Prevention) and other workplace safety standards.
• Develop leadership and professional development initiatives for plant employees.

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Compliance

• Work alongside Comisión Mixta de Seguridad e Hygiene to enforce workplace safety standards.
• Support compliance with NOM-019-STPS regarding health and safety committee responsibilities.
• Promote a culture of workplace safety and well-being in line with corporate and regulatory expectations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or assembly plants.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican labor laws, and social security systems.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and payroll software (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP).
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish and English) is a must.

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Who we are: 
Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.
EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.  Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us @[email protected] .  In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.  At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".