HR Generalist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Ruger scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Job Description:
No agency or third-party candidates will be accepted.
Position: HR Generalist
Location: Earth City, Missouri (onsite)
Reports to: Sr. Director, HR
The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the full range of HR functions onsite at our manufacturing facility in Earth City, Missouri, with a significant focus on recruitment and onboarding. This position is responsible for employee relations and development, performance management, compliance, compensation and benefits administration, EH&S support, and more. This role plays a critical part in attracting top talent, building a strong employer brand, and ensuring a positive candidate and employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job requisition creation, posting advertisements, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, facilitating interview schedules, and extending offers.
- Develop and maintain a talent pipeline through proactive sourcing methods (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, networking events, and employee referrals).
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, define job requirements, and create compelling job descriptions.
- Utilize application tracking system (Workday) to manage candidate data and ensure efficient hiring process.
- Promote diversity and inclusion in hiring practices to build a well-rounded workforce.
- Coordinate and attend job fairs, campus recruitment events, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
- Facilitate smooth onboarding for new hires, including offer letter preparation, orientation programs, and initial training coordination.
- Address employee inquiries, mediate workplace conflicts, and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
- Assist with employee benefits enrollment and answer questions related to health insurance, retirement plans and leave policies.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g. FMLA, ADA, EEO). Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
- Assist in developing and communicating HR policies and procedures, with a focus on recruitment and onboarding procedures.
- Support performance review processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and feedback sessions.
- Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, such as recognition programs and culture-building activities, to enhance retention.
- Track and report recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, candidate satisfaction) and other HR data to support strategic decision-making.
- Assist in ensuring timely and effective EH&S training occurs for all new hires.
- Coordinate and track recurring EH&S training for all associates to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Collaborate with EH&S team to promote a safety-first culture and ensure a healthy and secure work environment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have:
- A high school diploma or GED plus 6 years of relevant HR generalist experience, or
- A bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant HR generalist experience, or
- A master’s degree plus 1 year of relevant HR generalist experience.
The ideal candidate will also:
- Have experience with an HRIS, preferably Workday;
- Have a basic understanding of EH&S principles and regulations;
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency, prioritize appropriately, possess excellent organizational skills;
- Have a demonstrated excellent attention to detail and accuracy;
- Be an effective communicator and have excellent writing, speaking and presentation skills;
- Have a strong work ethic, demonstrable integrity and a willingness to challenge appropriately;
- Have demonstrated ability to self-motivate, problem solve and think critically;
- Be able to work independently with little administrative support;
- Be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals across multiple departments;
- Have experience with interpretation of laws and regulations; and
- Have strong computer skills.
This position will be 100% onsite in Earth City, Missouri. This position is primarily office-based within the manufacturing facility. Regular presence on the manufacturing floor is required.
Occasional travel to other sites may be required.
Additional Requirements:
Must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen
Must be eligible to handle firearms per the Federal Firearms Act
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package including competitive salary, profit sharing and bonus
- Heath benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Life and Retirement benefits including 401k match, company 401k contribution, basic and supplemental life options, as well as short- and long-term disability plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Relocation Assistance is available for the right candidate
- Casual work environment
About the company:
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market, all made in America. For over 75 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms. Ruger has remained a global leader in offering unparalleled service, innovative technology, and providing peace of mind to our users at every step.