Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a World Class Team Member Experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.
Position Summary:
At Clayton Supply, we believe our team members are our greatest asset. The HR Generalist III serves as a strategic partner and cultural champion, responsible for supporting our manufacturing operations through world-class HR practices. This role will focus on employee relations, recruiting, compliance, performance management, and most importantly, team member engagement. As the driving force behind our engagement efforts, the HR Generalist III will play a critical role in building a connected, empowered, and high-performing team environment across all shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a trusted advisor and HR business partner to plant leadership and supervisors, ensuring alignment with company values and goals
- Serve as the lead for all team member engagement initiatives, including recognition programs, TMX events, VTO activities, wellness campaigns, and plant culture-building efforts
- Provide support and coaching on employee relations matters, conducting investigations and ensuring fair and consistent resolution of workplace concerns
- Champion an inclusive and positive work environment by promoting open communication, diversity, respect, and teamwork across departments
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to manage full-cycle recruiting efforts, including interviews, onboarding, and new team member orientation
- Support performance management processes such as evaluations, development plans, and corrective actions, always with a focus on growth and retention
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as Clayton policies and procedures; maintain accurate and confidential documentation
- Analyze HR metrics such as turnover, attendance, and engagement to identify trends and recommend solutions
- Collaborate with leadership on talent planning, succession planning, and organizational development
- Serve as a mentor and support system for newer HR team members, coordinators, and area leaders
- Be visible and present on the production floor daily to maintain strong connections with team members and reinforce a culture of trust and support
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
- SHRM-CP, PHR or equivalent HR certification preferred
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or operations environment
- Proven experience in employee relations, engagement programming, and cultural leadership
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization
- Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Core Competencies:
- Team Member Engagement & Relationship Building
- Leadership Influence & Coaching
- Cultural Stewardship & Visibility
- Strategic Problem Solving
- Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Manufacturing Environment
- Confidentiality & Integrity
Why Clayton?
Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.
At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.
Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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