Senior HR Generalist

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for the business area Group Functions at the San Jose site as a

Senior HR Generalist

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. 

In the Group Funtions, we support the market-oriented divisions with central services. We work together today on the solutions for tomorrow - in close cooperation with our customers and always with high quality standards.

Overview:
The HR Generalist will serve as a key partner in delivering comprehensive HR support across Comet Technologies’ North America operations. This role is instrumental in executing people strategies and managing the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding through offboarding—while leading HR projects that enhance and standardize HR practices organization-wide.

Location:
This position requires full-time onsite presence, 5 days per week, at our San Jose, CA office.

What you will do:

• Provide expert HR guidance and support to employees and managers throughout the North America region, including San Jose (CA), Shelton (CT), Montreal (Quebec), and remote employees.
• Lead a wide range of HR functions, projects, and change-management initiatives related to onboarding/offboarding, employee record management, HRIS administration, performance evaluations, merit increases, promotions, employee relations, policy compliance, coaching, succession planning, retention, immigration, employee engagement & communications, compensation, benefits, open enrollment, and learning and development initiatives.
• Analyze HR data and generate reports on key metrics such as payroll, headcount, turnover, talent acquisition, and other business-critical indicators.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies to ensure compliance and innovation.
• Serve as the primary contact for job descriptions, benchmarking, job evaluations, and compensation inquiries.

What you bring:

Technical Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of progressive experience in human resource management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, interpret data, and recommend effective solutions, with proficiency in HRIS systems (administration and/or implementation), Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of US federal and state employment laws (ADA, Workers’ Compensation, FLSA, FMLA, etc.) applicable across North America.

• Savvy with data and technical experience in HR systems, and Microsoft Office.

• Demonstrated success managing HR projects and transformation initiatives of varying scope to successful completion.
• Fluency in English is required; fluency in French is preferable.
• Up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of Quebec employment law is preferable.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% within the US and Canada, with occasional international travel.

Interpersonal & Methodological Skills:

• Appropriate communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships at all organizational levels including senior leadership stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, while employing proactive, results-driven problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

The target salary range for this job is approximately $130,000 to $140,000 annually.

*Job summaries account for a range of qualifications, skills, and experience that can be considered. We are committed to making fair and equitable job offers based on a number of factors including but not limited to the job scope, market conditions, and candidate skill level and depth of experience.

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
• Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and a generous paid-time-off package
   

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

EEO STATEMENT: Comet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Comet does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Comet Technologies USA, Inc.
Industrial X-Ray
100 Trap Falls Road Extension
Shelton, CT 06484
United States
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