The Career:
Join a team where values lead the way and our people are the heartbeat of our success. QA1 Precision Productsis in the midst of transformational growth, and our future Senior Human Resources Generalist will play a pivotal role in designing thoughtful HR practices that fuel our mission and elevate the employee experience. In this hands-on role, you’ll be a trusted partner to both leadership and team members, delivering exceptional experiences at every touchpoint from recruitment and onboarding to payroll, benefits, culture-building, and beyond. Your impact will be felt across the organization. We’re seeking a detail-driven, collaborative HR professional with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR technologies (ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred). You should also bring sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices to help us stay compliant, future-focused, and people-centric.
This position is based in Lakeville, Minnesota with flexibility to work remotely one day per week. If you're ready to grow with us and build something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!
What You Will Do:
- Serve as a business partner to Team Members on a wide range of people initiatives, policies, and programs.
- Collaborate with leadership to cultivate a culture of performance, collaboration, and accountability aligned with QA1’s mission and values.
- Champion the execution of QA1’s robust talent acquisition strategy to support selection of talent for a range of careers.
- Lead payroll operations, including biweekly processing, timekeeping oversight, HRIS data management, and accurate recordkeeping.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including EDI file management, new hire benefits onboarding, and leave administration; serve as a key contributor to Open Enrollment, compliance reporting, and total rewards program design.
- Ensure accuracy and security of employee data in the HRIS through routine audits and continuous process improvement.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and optimization of Human Resources systems, policies, program and processes, metrics, infrastructure, and documentation.
- Deliver a seamless onboarding experience; may facilitate first-day orientation for new team members.
- Manage and resolve Team Member relations issues across assigned teams; conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations, escalating and involving leadership as indicated.
- Support team capability growth through the execution of talent development initiatives and internal coaching.
- Manage offboarding process for assigned teams.
- Support acquisition due diligence and integration activities, as requested.
- Perform special program and project management support for a variety of Human Resources and/or business initiatives as assigned.
- Actively networks within the Human Resources professional community and may represent QA1’s presence with local schools, businesses, and government agencies.
- Other duties as beneficial to the success of QA1.
The Critical Skills and Experience You’ll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, or Business Management required or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience required including at least 2 years performing talent acquisition activities
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred, but we will help you attain it if you do not
- Infrequent travel to other company locations (North Carolina, Utah)
- Must tirelessly uphold and promote a positive image of the QA1
- Must have ability to collaborate, build, and maintain strong relationships with Team Members across all functions
- Ability to guide team members and management through emotionally charged and complex issues.
- Self-starter who can work independently managing multiple projects in tandem with frequent interruptions.
- Open communicator, excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening), as well as ability to coach, mentor, and influence others in non-reporting structure.
- Strong business acumen and viewed as a trusted, ethical business partner.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Be a person people want to work with.
- Strength in flawless execution, as detail orientation is key.
- Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tack, and diplomacy.
- Willingness to continuously learn and be open to feedback to improve individual performance.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and core HR technologies, including ADP Workforce Now; skilled in using technology to improve processes and drive efficiency
- Ability to work with a diverse team.
- Verified personal and professional values aligning with QA1.
The Company
QA1 is a privately held leader in performance shocks, steering and suspension systems, composite driveshafts, rod ends and related components for the motorsports and industrial markets. With multiple U.S.-based manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding standards of our customers.
Our core values: Create Solutions, Earn It, People Centric, Do the Right Thing - guide everything we do, shaping our products, customer interactions, and internal collaborations. These principles shape a culture that provides premium performance at competitive pricing, while continuously innovating to solve complex challenges. With a focus on long-term relationships, we prioritize customer interests and deliver reliability and credibility.
At QA1, our expertise is complemented by a genuine passion for helping our customers succeed with their projects. Our team of over 200 individuals includes passionate racers, automotive enthusiasts, and experts from a variety of industrial fields, fostering a dynamic and collaborative workforce.
Our work environment is more than just task-oriented; it is a place where we support each other, have fun, and recognize that every contribution is essential to our collective success. We are not just a company; we are a close-knit, high performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers and one another.
The Rewards:
At QA1, we understand that high-performance teams deserve high-performance rewards. That's why we offer a comprehensive set of benefits designed to keep our team members fueled, motivated, and achieving their career goals. We support our team, ensuring they have the resources to perform at their best, achieve financial success, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Our rewards include:
- Competitive Pay: $95,000 – $110,000 annually
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, life, disability, vision insurance and more
- 401(k) with Company Contribution – Helping you plan for a secure future.
- Paid Time Off – Company-paid days off for holidays and taking time to recharge.
- Wellness Programs & Perks – Programs to keep you in top shape—physically, socially, and financially.
- Development Opportunities – Personal and professional growth opportunities, including education reimbursement, to keep you improving your skills and advancing your career.
- Community Engagement – Opportunities to give back through local and national charity efforts, strengthening the community around us.
- Employee Product Discounts – Enjoy discounts on company products so you can experience our incredible solutions firsthand.
- Casual dress code.
Interested or Know Someone Who Is?
If this sounds like the role and team-driven culture for you, visit www.QA1.netfor more information and to apply. We personally review every application received.
Not sure you meet all the qualifications?Let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. We also encourage applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and the enrichment of our diverse community. To provide a safe and secure work environment, QA1 conducts a criminal background check and drug screen on all new hires.
