HR Generalist People Partner

HR Generalist / People Partner
Location: Longford- Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the people, driving performance, and supporting frontline operations? We're recruiting for a People Partner / HR Generalist to support a busy manufacturing site in Longford.
This is a hands-on HR role offering the chance to work closely with line managers and employees across all levels, with a focus on employee relations, attendance tracking, training coordination, policy support, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to supervisors and managers on employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and performance coaching.
• Provide front-line HR support for hourly and salaried staff across the site.
• Coordinate and track attendance, manage employee files, and assist with evaluations and leave management.
• Collaborate on employee development and training programs.
• Monitor compliance with employment law and internal HR policies, escalating where appropriate.
• Take the lead on employee queries, workplace issues, and grievance handling.
• Support internal communications, plant events, recognition initiatives, and service award programs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in HR processes, tools, and communication.

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years' experience in a Human Resources Generalist or People Partner role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law, ideally within a manufacturing or shift-based work environment.
• Experience advising operational or line managers on HR matters.
• Comfortable with employee records, attendance systems, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to build rapport across functions.
• Highly organised, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has worked in a fast-paced operational or industrial setting.
• Enjoys being visible and accessible to employees.
• Understands the balance between HR compliance and employee experience.
• Is solutions-focused and keen to contribute to a positive, inclusive work culture.

If you are looking to join a growing manufacturing company that offers progression & learning, then send your cv to [email protected] or call me on 01-6455210