Safety & HR Generalist Job

Primary location:Englewood,Colorado
Relocation offered:No
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel:<10%
Non-compete:No

The estimated base salary range for this role is $85,000-$105,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Parallel, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insurance
Vacation and sick time

Reporting to the Architectural Specialties Human Resources Manager, the Safety & HR Generalist/Manager leads the development and implementation of site safety programs focused on achieving zero recordables and lost workday injuries. This role ensures regulatory compliance, manages safety systems, and provides onsite HR support across recruitment, onboarding, policy administration, employee relations, and engagement initiatives.

What's In It For You

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving safety and HR excellence in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Work closely with leadership and frontline teams, influencing safety culture and employee engagement.
• Develop your career in a dynamic role that blends safety management and human resources.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, with exposure to both HR and EHS best practices.
• Be part of a team committed to achieving zero recordables and zero lost workday injuries

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain site safety programs and policies.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; recommend and drive corrective actions.
• Lead Site Safety Committee meetings and facilitate employee participation.
• Investigate incidents, support root cause analysis, and coordinate injury reporting.
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafe BC, Armstrong Safety Standards, and site-specific regulations.
• Deliver safety training and provide technical EHS support.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource, managing recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee relations.
• Administer benefits, compensation, and leave processes; ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and prepare reports for leadership.

What Will Make You Successful

• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving HR and safety issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and follow-through.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to lead safety meetings, training sessions, and engagement activities.
• Comfort with learning new systems and tools to support HR and safety functions.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, occupational health & safety, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of combined experience in safety management and human resources within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws and Colorado worker's comp regulation
• Experience conducting safety audits, supporting incident investigations, and managing HR functions such as onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and handle confidential matters with tact and diplomacy.
• Experience leading employee engagement and recognition programs with measurable impact.
• Strong technical EHS support skills and ability to deliver tailored safety training.
• Proven track record of driving compliance and process improvements in both HR and safety.
• Comfortable working in both office and plant environments, adapting to changing conditions and requirements.

Why should you join Parallel, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
* Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
* Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
* Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
* Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
* Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location Englewood, CO

Parallel, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the applicable prohibited grounds under applicable human rights legislation, where individuals are treated with respect, have equal opportunities in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and can contribute meaningfully in the workplace once employed.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!