Human Resources Generalist

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Imagine a role where your HR expertise meets the buzzing energy of a manufacturing floor. As an HR Generalist, you will be at the forefront of managing diverse HR activities that propel our organization toward excellence and that create a great place to work. Your mission? To foster a workplace culture that not only meets but exceeds employee expectations and embraces a continuous improvement mindset.
Located in Fort Worth, TX, you will support office and manufacturing employees aligned with our Water Quality business. You will additionally support our office and manufacturing location in Fort Myers, FL. Responsible for all HR activities to include, but not limited to: the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Workday, associate communications, employment law, new hire orientation/on-boarding, associate relations, compliance efforts, safety program compliance, policy interpretation/communications, talent review and appraisal process. This person will be an active member of the overall HR team and will provide support for all on-going HR projects and initiatives. You will foster a workplace culture that exceeds employee expectations and embraces a continuous improvement mindset.

As an HR Generalist, you will lead a variety of human resources initiatives for our Water Quality division across both office and manufacturing environments in Fort Worth, TX, and Fort Myers, FL. Reporting onsite to HR leadership in Fort Worth, you will handle recruitment, compliance, employee relations, and continuous improvement initiatives, traveling up to 15%—primarily to our Fort Myers location.

You Will:

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, developing and communicating HR policies and procedures.

• Support compliance areas such as employee relations, compensation, benefits administration, training, AA/EEO, and leave management.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and craft recruitment strategies suited to manufacturing and office roles.

• Conduct interviews, assess qualifications, and participate in candidate selection, focusing on manufacturing labor requirements.

• Manage onboarding processes for new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.

• Provide visibility and accessibility on the floor, coaching and counseling employees, front-line leaders, and managers on ER matters and performance management.

• Use empathy when addressing employee concerns, carrying out investigations, and partnering with the legal team on ethics-related issues.

• Support performance management processes, implementing performance improvement plans.

• Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance HR and operational efficiency.

• Partner with leadership to develop and monitor people metrics, maintaining HRIS data and generating reports for discussion and action.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (preferred).

• Familiarity with continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma) and operational excellence.

• Strong problem-solving skills, a collaborative approach, and an empathetic mindset.

• Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the responsibilities of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.