Senior HR Generalist
Overview SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 8,150 people, including more than 2,300 in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth. The Senior HR Generalist will provide comprehensive Human Resources support for the Plaquemine facility across key areas, including recruitment, employee relations, training, and compliance. This role will contribute to the development, communication, and implementation of HR policies and procedures, serving as a strategic partner and trusted liaison between employees, managers, and the HR function. The Senior HR Generalist will cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and corporate expectations. This position reports directly to the HR Manager. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive, day-to-day HR partnership to site leaders and employees, delivering strategic support across staffing, employee relations, performance management, and HR administration. Lead and/or provide high-level support on critical HR initiatives, projects, and change-management efforts that impact site operations and corporate alignment. Oversee full-cycle recruitment activities in partnership with Corporate Recruitment, including managing the internal posting process, proactively sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and guiding selection decisions. Ensure ATS accuracy through ongoing data maintenance, reporting, and collaboration with SMEs. Build, strengthen, and sustain strategic partnerships with industry organizations, local colleges/universities, workforce development entities, and community groups to support long-term talent pipeline development. Lead campus recruitment efforts locally, including planning, coordination, branding, relationship management, and candidate experience oversight. Collaborate with HR Business Partners and site leadership to ensure consistent implementation, communication, and reinforcement of HR policies, procedures, programs, and company initiatives. Serve as a trusted HR resource and advisor to managers, supervisors, and administrators by providing expert guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and workforce management. Develop, analyze, and present HR metrics and reports—including turnover, diversity, retention, and staffing insights—to inform decision-making for monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews. Apply strong critical-thinking skills and sound judgment to assess and resolve complex HR issues, balancing employee needs with business objectives and compliance requirements. Administer and oversee advanced HR transactions such as job/compensation changes, investigations, corrective action processes, unemployment claims, and records management while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company requirements. Qualifications EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree - is required. A degree in Human Resources is preferred. EXPERIENCE: 5 Years - Experience in a Human Resources role with progressive responsibility and 1-2 years of experience in full life cycle recruiting. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: PHR - or SPHR preferred but not required. SHRM-CP - or SHRM-SCP preferred but not required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. Demonstrate skill and confidence in proactively building relationships both internally and externally. Works independently as a self-starter committed to delivering the highest customer service, quality, and results. Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and provide counsel to others. Ability to anticipate future needs of the organization and develop recommended solutions. Ability to lead and manage HR projects and partner with appropriate parties, including vendors, Marketing, Safety, IT, and other stakeholders. Support cross-departmental teams and projects as necessary. Additional Human Resources projects, functions, or events as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as strong interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask. Excellent problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. HRIS and ATS experience (Preferably WorkforceNow ADP and iCIMS) is required. Extensive knowledge of policy and procedure, as well as federal and state laws regarding employment practices and requirements. BENEFITS: Competitive Salary Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Savings Plan Vacation Days Incidental Days Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Employee Development & Training The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
