Human Resources Generalist - Recruitment
Date: Jul 13, 2026
Location: Lafayette, IN, US, 47905
Company: Subaru
Human Resources Generalist – Recruitment
Human Resources Department
Position Summary:
The SIA Human Resources Generalist is a professional role with a fundamental knowledge in a broad array of topics related to employee relations, compensation, hiring, onboarding, and performance management for the organization’s administrative workforce. The incumbent will play an active role in creating and maintaining a Human Resources “best practices” culture for the organization while advocating for the interests of both SIA and our Associates.
Outline of duties:
- Responsible for leading and/or supporting employee relations and responding to HR related inquiries for all salaried and administrative Associates, including coordinating investigations and coaching associates through counseling processes
- Responsible for proficiency with and interpretation of all HR policies that relate to the salaried and administrative workforce
- Contributes to the development and maintenance of a human resources information system (HRIS) that meets top management information needs
- Support the delivery of workforce data to relevant parties regarding human resources projects, policies and/or practices
- Coordinates training for management on topics such as interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, career development, safety, and policies
- Create and distribute internal communications regarding the HR function as needed
- Administer new Associate orientation, monitor the onboarding process for effectiveness and recommend improvements for implementation
- Monitor employee morale and company culture and provide meaningful feedback to organizational leadership regarding methods for improvement
- Collaborate with the HR team to develop effective recruitment strategies
- Develop and execute talent acquisition processes and use of technologies (SuccessFactors, automated recruiting techniques) to ensure data accuracy
- Be accountable for recruiting key performance indicators (KPI's) and effectiveness (quality of hire overtime, source effectiveness, candidate drop-out rates, etc.)
- Provide recruiting expertise for SIA's beginning-to-end talent acquisition process
- Effectively source (both passively and actively) and screen candidates so that hiring managers are presented with the most qualified and appropriately vetted candidates
- Coordinate with and provide counsel to hiring managers by leveraging data-driven decision making, current talent-related market data, and talent acquisition best practices
- Manage the candidate experience to ensure candidates are engaged and informed throughout the selection process
- Process/Investigate complaints regarding sexual harassment, discrimination, or other instances of workplace harassment and assist in any necessary investigations and disciplinary actions
- Maintain Associate personnel records and organization job descriptions
- Conduct investigations and recommend corrective action where necessary
- Actively participates in section and departmental staff meetings
- Maintains knowledge of HR industry best practices and current trends and participates in continuous professional development opportunities
- Participates in the preparation of the Associate Development budget and other activities related to section budget control responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field required and 2 or more years relevant experience
- Excellent communication skills in writing, speaking, and presenting
- MS Office, including advanced Excel skills
- Knowledge of principles (including governing laws and regulations) and procedures for performance management, employee relations, recruiting, interviewing, selection, training, retention, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
- Critical thinking and problem solving, including knowledge of problem-solving techniques (e.g., PDCA, fishbone, SWOT, etc.)
- Independently motivated individual able to prioritize work under pressure and tight deadlines and minimal supervision
- Dependability
Desired Qualifications:
- Master's degree plus 3 or more years of relevant experience
- Relevant certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP
Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.
Nearest Major Market: Lafayette