Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Band Grade

5-A
Annual Wage Range:
$81,797.60 - $112,471.70
Other Compensation:
Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits:
U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)
Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more.

Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide. Job Description
Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries. W. R.

Grace is looking for an HR Generalist for our chemical manufacturing facility in Curtis Bay, MD that will provide comprehensive human resources support while serving as a primary contact for plant personnel while being a partner to site leadership. This role is responsible for driving daily HR operations with a strong focus on union labor relations.

Responsibilities
Full-Lifecycle Recruitment & Onboarding:
Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives for plant personnel to build a skilled, stable workforce.

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

Support employee relations by conducting thorough investigations, resolving conflicts promptly, and serving as a trusted advisor on conduct, capability, and grievance matters.

Labor & Union Collaboration

Attend monthly union meetings, document official meeting minutes, and support constructive labor-management relations.

Leadership Coaching & Policy Guidance

Provide daily coaching and counsel to employees, supervisors, and managers on company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Employment Law & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across all plant operations.

Performance & Absence Management

Partner with leadership to address performance issues, manage attendance and health-related leave, and drive organizational change initiatives.

HR Data & Metrics Analytics

Gather and analyze key HR metrics—such as time-to-hire and turnover rates—to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Administrative Tracking

Collaborate with administrative teams to ensure accurate tracking of job progressions, proper job code assignments, and seamless personnel updates.

Employee Engagement & Culture
: Enhance employee satisfaction and morale by resolving issues quickly, assisting with perks/benefits administration, and organizing team-building activities.

Records Management & HR Ownership
: Maintain accurate electronic and paper employee files while operating with a high degree of ownership, independence, and accountability. Physical Requirements and Environment
Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials
Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft. Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
Required Qualifications
Must have experience in a union manufacturing enviornment
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field required
5+ years of progressive HR experience
Knowledge of FLSA, HIPAA, Title VII, and other applicable laws.

Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint
To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Successfactors, SAP and Kronos
Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive personnel, payroll, and medical data in compliance with company policy and legal guidelines
Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability work independently and part of a team
Detail-oriented and organized
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Grace Wellness Program
Flexible Workplace
Retirement Plans
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Donation Match Program
U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)
Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.