HR Generalist

UTEX Industries, Inc. – Houston, TX (Corporate Office) Full-Time | Onsite About UTEX Industries

UTEX Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of engineered sealing solutions serving the energy, industrial, and OEM markets. With a long history of innovation and a commitment to quality, UTEX provides customers worldwide with reliable, high-performance products — and offers employees a workplace built on teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

UTEX Industries is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented

HR Generalist

to join our Corporate Human Resources team in

Houston, Texas

. This role supports a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, HRIS data management, and compliance. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment, and enjoys supporting employees and managers across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the primary HR contact for corporate employees and provide HR support to remote locations as needed.

- Coordinate full-cycle recruiting: job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.

- Manage employee records, job changes, and terminations in UKG (Ready).

- Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee inquiries.

- Assist in employee relations, coaching, and policy interpretation in alignment with company values.

- Maintain training records and assist with course assignments and tracking through TalentLMS.

- Prepare reports, audits, and data analytics using UKG and Excel.

- Ensure HR processes and records meet ISO standards and compliance requirements.

- Assist with payroll and timekeeping coordination, as well as HR system troubleshooting.

- Support engagement and communication initiatives, including service awards, suggestion programs, and company events.

Qualifications

- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.

- Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.

- Experience using HRIS platforms (UKG preferred) and learning management systems (TalentLMS preferred).

- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

- HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus but not required.

Why Join UTEX

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

- Opportunity to contribute to strategic HR projects across multiple sites.

- Collaborative and supportive team environment.

- A company committed to innovation, excellence, and employee development.