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Your role at Clorox:

The Plant Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. This role may oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of subordinate staff in the department.

In this role, you will:

• Monitors, audits, and documents compliance with both mandatory and non-mandatory training programs and job performance assessments to ensure workforce readiness and regulatory adherence. Tracks completion rates, identifies gaps, and coordinates with supervisors to implement corrective measures.

• Coordinates and manages pre-employment processes, including background checks, reference verifications, and employment eligibility confirmations, in compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

• Designs and delivers structured onboarding and orientation programs to integrate new hires effectively. Oversees employee engagement and recognition initiatives to support retention and a positive organizational culture.

• Administers and supports core human resource functions, including compensation and benefits administration, leave management, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, employee relations, workplace investigations, occupational health and safety, and staff development programs. Ensures timely and accurate processing of related documentation and communication.

• Addresses employee relations matters proactively and responsively, working to resolve workplace issues such as interpersonal conflicts, policy violations, performance concerns, and grievances. Facilitates open communication, conducts fact-finding meetings, and provides coaching or mediation to support a respectful and compliant work environment.

• Serves as a primary point of contact for employees, applicants, and management regarding HR-related inquiries, providing guidance on policies and procedures while escalating complex or sensitive issues to senior HR leadership or legal counsel as necessary.

• Participates in and documents employee relations processes, including disciplinary meetings, conflict resolution sessions, terminations, and formal investigations, ensuring fairness, due process, and legal compliance.

• Ensures organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements. Regularly reviews and updates HR policies, procedures, and handbooks to reflect current legal standards and best practices.

• Stays informed of industry trends and evolving best practices in human resources management, talent acquisition, employment law, employee engagement, and HR technology to continuously improve HR strategies and tools.

• Performs additional HR-related duties and special projects as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to organizational success.

What we look for:

• 3+ years of progressive experience as an HR Generalist within a manufacturing or similarly fast-paced, labor-intensive environment, with a strong understanding of operational and workforce challenges unique to such settings.

• 1+ years of supervisory or HR management experience preferred, demonstrating leadership potential and team development skills.

• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations (ER), including conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and issue mediation. Adept at managing complex interpersonal situations to ensure fair outcomes while mitigating risk.

• Proven ability to coach and advise managers and employees on performance management, team dynamics, and workplace behavior, fostering a respectful and productive organizational culture.

• Experienced in conducting thorough and impartial workplace investigations, including those involving alleged policy violations, misconduct, and harassment, ensuring appropriate documentation and compliance with legal standards.

• Highly skilled in managing confidential and sensitive information with discretion, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

• Solid knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and health and safety compliance standards specific to manufacturing environments, with the ability to apply these frameworks to daily HR operations.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, combined with effective problem-solving abilities, enabling collaboration across departments and levels of the organization.

• Proven capability to work independently, manage priorities, and lead multiple HR projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.

• Experience with Workday or similar Human Capital Management (HCM) systems, including data management, reporting, and HR process optimization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Professional HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP reflecting a commitment to continued professional growth and industry standards is preferred.

#LI-ONSITE

Workplace type:

Onsite

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

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