Job Details

Former US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, "With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we're going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future."

Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is "the engineering firm that makes transformers."

We are the largest US-owned manufacturer of electric transformers in North America and have been helping to secure the reliability and resilience of our country's electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for any conceivable application – GSU, substations, auto-transformers, grounding transformers, drive duty, rectifier, exciter, voltage regulator, and other.

The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves every part of US industry from its six state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us.

Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Virginia Transformer – Corporate Office (Roanoke, VA)

Department: Human Resources

Position Summary

The HR Generalist serves as a key member of the corporate Human Resources team, supporting a wide range of HR functions including employee relations, compliance, onboarding, benefits administration, training coordination, and HR policy implementation, and other projects as assigned. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a consistent and positive employee experience across multiple locations, while also supporting strategic HR initiatives that drive organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Support managers and employees in resolving workplace concerns and promoting a positive culture.
• Assist with investigations and documentation related to employee relations issues.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure fair and consistent application of HR policies and practices.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding processes for new hires, including background checks, paperwork, orientation scheduling, and system setup. Support offboarding activities, including exit interviews and termination documentation, and analysis of data.

Compliance & Records Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files and HRIS data.
• Support audits and reporting requirements (e.g., EEO, I-9, ACA).

Benefits Administration

• Assist employees with benefits-related questions and issues.
• Coordinate benefit enrollment, changes, and terminations in collaboration with vendors and payroll.
• Support open enrollment communications, logistics, etc.

Training & Development

• Coordinate scheduling and logistics for training programs and compliance courses.
• Track employee participation and maintain training records.
• Support implementation of new HR initiatives and programs.

HR Projects & Collaboration

• Participate in corporate HR projects such as engagement surveys, process improvements, policy rollouts, and other key efforts/initiatives.
• Collaborate with other HR team members across locations to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Assist with data collection and reporting for HR metrics and dashboards.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

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

Experience:

• 2–4 years of HR experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-location setting.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Powerpoint,Outlook).
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, UKG/Kronos).
• Familiarity with employment laws and HR best practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and organized with a proactive mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification (or in progress) is a plus.
• Experience supporting HR functions in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Work Environment

This is an on-site position at our Roanoke, VA corporate office, requiring daily interaction with employees, leadership, and cross-functional teams in a collaborative, professional setting.