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  • Senior HR Generalist  

    - St. Louis
    Senior HR Generalist Title: Senior HR Generalist Classification: Exem... Read More
    Senior HR Generalist

    Title: Senior HR Generalist
    Classification: Exempt / Full Time
    Reports To: US HR Manager
    Location: Corporate Headquarters Bridgeton, MO
    Date: November 5, 2025 Job Summary: The Senior HR Generalist delivers strategic and hands-on HR support across U.S. sites, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, engagement, compliance, and employee relations. This role partners with leadership to drive talent strategies, enhance employee experience, and support data-driven HR initiatives. This position requires an extremely self-motivated and detail-oriented person who can navigate multiple priorities by using strong organizational and communication skills. Job Responsibilities and Duties: Manage full-cycle recruitment and selection for professional-level positions across all U.S. sites, including workforce planning, vacancy identification, job description development, requisition creation, job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer letter preparation. Partner closely with hiring managers to ensure alignment with business needs and deliver high-quality candidate experience. Manage and administer comprehensive onboarding and orientation programs for professionals, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization. Facilitate engaging sessions that communicate company culture and policies, while coordinating cross-functional involvement to enhance new hire experience and early engagement. Monitor and manage company reviews on job sites such as Glassdoor and Indeed; analyze trends in employee feedback, respond appropriately to comments when applicable, and collaborate with leadership to address reputational concerns and enhance employer branding. Cultivate strategic partnerships with universities, community organizations, and professional networks to support talent pipeline development; manage the company's internship and co-op programs from recruitment through completion, ensuring meaningful experiences that align with organizational goals and promote long-term engagement. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention, and identify, create, and implement retention strategies. Track and report key HR metrics such as turnover rates, time-to-fill, cost to hire, and absenteeism to identify trends and guide strategic initiatives. Adept in ADP Workforce Now reporting tools to extract, analyze, and present HR data related to headcount, turnover, compensation, and compliance; utilize custom reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making and ensure data integrity across HR functions. Apply Korn Ferry Hay Group job evaluation methodology to assess and manage job levels, ensuring internal equity and alignment with organizational structure; support compensation benchmarking and career pathing through accurate Hay point assignments and reference level calibration. Lead the Social Committee in planning and executing employee engagement events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture. Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful execution and high participation. Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and OSHA; proactively monitor legislative changes and implement necessary policy updates. Interprets employment law to managers, supervisors, and employees. Partner with outside legal counsel and internal compliance department as needed. Develop, update, and maintain the employee handbook, HR policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with current employment laws and alignment with company culture; communicate changes effectively across the organization and provide guidance to managers and employees on policy interpretation. Advise and train managers in best employee relations practices and strategies for managing complaints, mentoring, and developing employees. Identify risks and challenges to the employee/manager relationship. Recommend and develop training to meet employee needs and business objectives. Respond to employee relations issues including complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights concerns. Conduct thorough, objective investigations with detailed documentation and recommend appropriate corrective actions. Support managers in administering disciplinary processes and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), ensuring consistency with company policy and minimizing conflict. Provide counsel and guidance throughout resolution efforts. Serve as the primary point of contact for all workers' compensation matters. Responsible for managing claims, coordinating with insurance providers, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and supporting employees through the claims process. Conduct and analyze exit interviews to identify trends, uncover root causes of employee turnover, and provide actionable insights to leadership Develop, implement, and maintain Affirmative Action Plans (AAP) in compliance with OFCCP regulations; conduct workforce analysis, monitor hiring and promotion practices, and prepare annual reports to support diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Oversee internal HR audits to ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations; review documentation, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risk and maintain audit readiness. Draft, coordinate, and distribute organizational announcements including promotions, new hires, policy updates, and company-wide communications Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist capacity; emphasis in recruitment/ talent management preferred. HR Certification Institute or Society of Human Resources certification(s) preferred; PHR or SHRM-CP preferred. Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now preferred Familiarity with job evaluation systems such as Hay Group Confident and approachable representative of Zoltek's culture and values; comfortable serving as the face of the organization in employee engagement activities, social events, and internal communications, fostering trust and connection across all levels of the organization High level ability to create presentations, charts, graphs and spreadsheets. Ability to exercise good judgment and strong decision-making capability in a variety of situations. High level of discretion and integrity in handling confidential information Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong project management and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives Strong written and verbal communication skills, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of sitting. Employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office Environment Manufacturing environment which contains noise, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles Zoltek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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  • Senior HR Generalist  

    - Saint Louis
    Senior HR Generalist Title: Senior HR Generalist Classification: Exem... Read More
    Senior HR Generalist

    Title: Senior HR Generalist
    Classification: Exempt / Full Time
    Reports To: US HR Manager
    Location: Corporate Headquarters - Bridgeton, MO
    Date: November 5, 2025 Job Summary: The Senior HR Generalist delivers strategic and hands-on HR support across U.S. sites, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, engagement, compliance, and employee relations. This role partners with leadership to drive talent strategies, enhance employee experience, and support data-driven HR initiatives. This position requires an extremely self-motivated and detail-oriented person who can navigate multiple priorities by using strong organizational and communication skills. Job Responsibilities and Duties: Manage full-cycle recruitment and selection for professional-level positions across all U.S. sites, including workforce planning, vacancy identification, job description development, requisition creation, job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer letter preparation. Partner closely with hiring managers to ensure alignment with business needs and deliver high-quality candidate experience. Manage and administer comprehensive onboarding and orientation programs for professionals, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization. Facilitate engaging sessions that communicate company culture and policies, while coordinating cross-functional involvement to enhance new hire experience and early engagement. Monitor and manage company reviews on job sites such as Glassdoor and Indeed; analyze trends in employee feedback, respond appropriately to comments when applicable, and collaborate with leadership to address reputational concerns and enhance employer branding. Cultivate strategic partnerships with universities, community organizations, and professional networks to support talent pipeline development; manage the company's internship and co-op programs from recruitment through completion, ensuring meaningful experiences that align with organizational goals and promote long-term engagement. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention, and identify, create, and implement retention strategies. Track and report key HR metrics such as turnover rates, time-to-fill, cost to hire, and absenteeism to identify trends and guide strategic initiatives. Adept in ADP Workforce Now reporting tools to extract, analyze, and present HR data related to headcount, turnover, compensation, and compliance; utilize custom reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making and ensure data integrity across HR functions. Apply Korn Ferry "Hay Group" job evaluation methodology to assess and manage job levels, ensuring internal equity and alignment with organizational structure; support compensation benchmarking and career pathing through accurate Hay point assignments and reference level calibration. Lead the Social Committee in planning and executing employee engagement events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture. Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful execution and high participation. Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and OSHA; proactively monitor legislative changes and implement necessary policy updates. Interprets employment law to managers, supervisors, and employees. Partner with outside legal counsel and internal compliance department as needed. Develop, update, and maintain the employee handbook, HR policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with current employment laws and alignment with company culture; communicate changes effectively across the organization and provide guidance to managers and employees on policy interpretation. Advise and train managers in best employee relations practices and strategies for managing complaints, mentoring, and developing employees. Identify risks and challenges to the employee/manager relationship. Recommend and develop training to meet employee needs and business objectives. Respond to employee relations issues including complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights concerns. Conduct thorough, objective investigations with detailed documentation and recommend appropriate corrective actions. Support managers in administering disciplinary processes and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), ensuring consistency with company policy and minimizing conflict. Provide counsel and guidance throughout resolution efforts. Serve as the primary point of contact for all workers' compensation matters. Responsible for managing claims, coordinating with insurance providers, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and supporting employees through the claims process. Conduct and analyze exit interviews to identify trends, uncover root causes of employee turnover, and provide actionable insights to leadership Develop, implement, and maintain Affirmative Action Plans (AAP) in compliance with OFCCP regulations; conduct workforce analysis, monitor hiring and promotion practices, and prepare annual reports to support diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Oversee internal HR audits to ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations; review documentation, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risk and maintain audit readiness. Draft, coordinate, and distribute organizational announcements including promotions, new hires, policy updates, and company-wide communications Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist capacity; emphasis in recruitment/ talent management preferred. HR Certification Institute or Society of Human Resources certification(s) preferred; PHR or SHRM-CP preferred. Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now preferred Familiarity with job evaluation systems such as Hay Group Confident and approachable representative of Zoltek's culture and values; comfortable serving as the face of the organization in employee engagement activities, social events, and internal communications, fostering trust and connection across all levels of the organization High level ability to create presentations, charts, graphs and spreadsheets. Ability to exercise good judgment and strong decision-making capability in a variety of situations. High level of discretion and integrity in handling confidential information Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong project management and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives Strong written and verbal communication skills, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of sitting. Employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office Environment Manufacturing environment which contains noise, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles Zoltek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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  • Maintenance Technician  

    - Saint Charles
    Maintenance Technician Job Description Title: Maintenance Technician... Read More
    Maintenance Technician

    Job Description
    Title: Maintenance Technician
    Classification: Non-exempt/Hourly
    Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Location: St. Charles, MO (MRP) Date posted: 9/3/25 Job Summary: We are looking for a Maintenance Technician with mechanical experience to join our team at our Missouri Research Park facility in St. Charles, MO. The Maintenance Technician will perform general maintenance work on our carbon fiber production machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and safety of our operations. This is an evening position with four 10-hour shifts, scheduled Wednesday - Saturday. Zoltek does not hire individuals who require sponsorship for employment eligibility in the U.S. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Install, maintain and repair single and multi-stage pumps, motors, drives, ovens, furnaces, bearings and pipe systems
    • Remove and install mechanical seals
    • Align pumps using dial indicator method and other precision tools
    • Work on and troubleshoot industrial knitters and textile equipment
    • Make confined space entry in furnaces, replace bearings on equipment, remove and install gear boxes
    • Fit pipes, conduct electrical repair, fabricate equipment
    • Ability to learn single and 3-phase electrical systems
    • Ability to learn troubleshooting of 480v VFD controllers, overloads, contactors, circuit breakers, limit switches, conveyors, etc
    • Enter data into CMMS document system as required.
    • Keep equipment and work area clean, safe and organized
    • Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers
    • Perform other duties as required Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma required, related Certification or associate's degree from a college or technical school desired
    • Min. 3 years of experience in plant maintenance in a manufacturing environment
    • Strong aptitude for mechanical tasks and equipment handling.
    • Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
    • Structure welding (stick / SMAW welding) training and experience a plus
    • Demonstrates responsibility in promoting safety, ethics, and collaboration in the workplace.
    • Ability to wear a full-faced respirator (no full beards)
    • Computer skills, able to use MS Word, MS Excel, Internet DocuSign Envelope ID: 5A2E78C6-C174-429B-964D-F6A2E02A8E91
    Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
    • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
    • Must be able to wear various types of respirators and remain clean shaven.
    • Ability to operate a forklift. Work Environment: The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and confined spaces and is occasionally exposed to chemicals, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
    Internal Application Process:
    Employees seeking consideration for an internal job opening must be in good standing (no disciplinary actions) and must be meeting performance expectations in their current roles to be approved for a potential transfer/promotion. The steps in the internal application process are as follows:
    1. Notify your direct supervisor of your desire to be considered for the open position.
    2. Apply for the position via the company website : Upload your updated resume and describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
    3. Based on your qualifications for the new position, you may be invited to participate in the interview process to determine the best qualified candidate for the job, including outside applicants. 4. If accepted, your direct supervisor will be informed and establish a timeline for the transfer. Zoltek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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  • Helpdesk Administrator  

    - Saint Peters
    Helpdesk Administrator Title: Helpdesk Administrator Classification:... Read More
    Helpdesk Administrator

    Title: Helpdesk Administrator Classification: Exempt/Full Time Reports to: IT Network & Desktop Support Administrator Location: St. Peters, MO (4 days/week) & Bridgeton, MO (1 day/week) Date: 9/10/25 Job Summary: We are seeking an initiative-taking and customer-focused Helpdesk Administrator to join our IT team. This role is critical in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of desktop, network, and application support across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for helping others resolve technical issues efficiently. The selected candidate will be primarily based at one of Zoltek's manufacturing facilities in St. Peters, MO Monday through Thursday, with Fridays spent at the corporate headquarters in Bridgeton, MO. Zoltek does not hire individuals who require sponsorship for employment eligibility in the U.S. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact for end-user support via phone, email, and ticketing system. Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, network printers, office Teams Phones, and peripherals. Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights in Active Directory, Azure Entra environment. Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and applications using PDQ Connect, Microsoft Intune. Monitor and maintain IT assets, inventory, and continue improving knowledge base documentation. Escalate complex issues to appropriate IT teams and follow up to ensure resolution. Assist with onboarding/offboarding processes including device setup and account provisioning. Maintain service level agreements (SLAs) and ensure timely resolution of support requests at US Locations. Provide remote support using tools such as Anydesk, Microsoft RDP, and Royal TS. Participate in IT projects and initiatives as assigned. Ensure PC security and encryption using Microsoft Defender and BitLocker. Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in helpdesk or desktop support roles. Associate's degree in computer science required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Proficiency in Windows OS, Microsoft M365 (Azure, Entra, Defender), and basic networking concepts. Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Zendesk, Jira). Strong problem-solving and multitasking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to adopt innovative technologies and techniques to solve problems. Preferred skills: Experience with SCCM, Intune, or other endpoint management tools. Familiarity with VPNs, firewalls, and basic cybersecurity practices. IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft certifications are a plus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office Environment Manufacturing environment which contains noise, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Occasional physical activity such as bending, reaching, and extended periods of sitting. Frequent use of hands for tasks involving handling, typing, and operating equipment. Zoltek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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