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Job Description
Job Id:
329
# of Openings:
1
Human Resources Generalist, People Operations
Who we are…
We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping-pong, chili cook-offs, and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life, not just a living.
Who you are…
You are an open minded, committed team player who is able to meet people where they are and utilize communication and tools to masterfully guide them to the goal. Joy is experienced in this role by promoting a culture of integrity and accountability, creating an environment where it is second nature for team members to do the right thing simultaneously for themselves, their colleagues, and the company. Words that describe you are approachable, insightful, innovative, and precise.
What you can expect to work on…
The People Operations Generalist fosters and promotes the engagement of Niowave’s core values at all levels while supporting organizational compliance, operational accountability, and workforce practices aligned with applicable employment laws and company philosophy.
- Supports activities including new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, staff status changes, payroll auditing, and off-cycle that impact payroll processing
- Supports Talent Engagement and recruiting efforts by coordinating and scheduling candidate interviews with hiring managers and interview teams
- Assists with onboarding activities including preparation of new hire documentation
- Supports new hire onboarding and orientation activities to ensure a positive and compliant employee onboarding experience
- Maintains compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, FLSA, ESTA, wage and hour requirements, and related employment compliance obligations
- Supports return-to-work planning, accommodation evaluations, and staff member reintegration efforts while balancing operational needs and legal requirements
What you need to succeed….
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Employment Law, or related field or equivalent experience
- 6+ years progressive Human Resources (People Operations) experience including:
- Administering FMLA, ADA accommodations, wage and hour compliance, timekeeping processes, and employment law-related activities
- Solid knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulatory compliance requirements
- Conducting audits, maintaining documentation integrity, and supporting operational compliance initiatives
- Handling employee relations matters and workplace documentation practices
- Effective onboarding practices
- Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
- Develops and maintains good relationships, gains the confidence of others, and works effectively in a multidisciplinary matrix environment
- Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization
- Appreciates the current state of systems and processes and exercises sound judgment in proposing and implementing improvements
- Understands personal communication and learning styles and adapts approach to connect effectively with others
- Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Is relationship and process driven, demonstrating integration and balance between the two
Great to have…
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Employment Law, Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, or related field
- 8+ years progressive Human Resources or employment compliance experience
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related certification
- Experience within manufacturing, technical, scientific, or regulated operational environments
- Change Management training
Other things to know…
- Full-time position
- Niowave’s standard operating hours are Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
- This position will have regular working hours Monday – Friday with an expectation of adjusting work time outside of the standard operating hours as needed
- This position will have on-call shifts for performing production accelerator troubleshooting as needed
- Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role
Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your background and experience as it relates to this position.
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