HR Representative

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

The HR representative is responsible to champion execution of administrative, project, and program tasks related to the human resources function. With a thorough understanding of the site’s operations, productivity targets, processes/systems, and safety requirements, you ensure integration and alignment of people & strategic goals. The safety of our employees is our No 1 priority!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts and/or assists in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of new salaried and hourly employees.
• You are a key contributor to establish Tenneco culture in the plant. Working alongside the Plant HR Manager to lead employee engagement.
• Administers hourly discipline, including Tenneco attendance policy, code of conduct, harassment free workplace, and other workplace rules. Counsels employees when necessary. 
• Investigates union grievances and assists with arbitration preparation under the direction of the Human Resources Manager.
• Coordinates with third party administrators to administer FMLA and STD/ LTD claim processes for all hourly and salaried employees.
• With radical candor and emotional intelligence, you will estabilish clear and direct communication within the plant. 
• Drive people development and coaching to enable goal cascading and elevate performance.
• Maintains HRIS systems to ensure high quality of accurate data and compiles data to track trends in KPI’s.
• Supervises the day to day activities of the Human Resources Department in the absence of the Human Resources Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum 1-5 years of experience within HR function.
• Strategic vision and communication skills.  
• Proven experience supporting operational excellence within the manufacturing environment.
• Ownership, proactive approach.
• Ability to act with integrity and display a high level of confidentiality.

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities