Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

Dawson; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical options (HSA/FSA)

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) with employer match

Onsite parking

Job summary

Dawson in Columbus, Ohio, seeks an experienced HR leader to own the day-to-day HR function in a fast-paced distribution and logistics environment.

Lead employee relations, workforce planning, and safety compliance while partnering with site leadership to drive engagement, performance, and culture. Fluency in English and Spanish required; 5–7+ years HR leadership preferred; PHR/SPHR a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of HR leadership experience in distribution/logistics/manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws (ADA, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA) and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations activities including coaching, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, development, and organizational changes.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws and company policies.
• Analyze turnover and recruiting metrics to inform strategies.
• Oversee workers’ comp, safety initiatives, and return-to-work programs.
• Drive engagement, recognition, and culture-building programs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

HR leadership

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Compliance understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

PHR/SPHR certification

Job description

Monday-Friday, Flexible First-Shift Hours

Columbus, Ohio

Direct Hire

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Competitive salary with a 10% annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical options including HSA, FSA, HDHP, and HRA plans, plus dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance and short-term disability benefits
• 3 weeks of vacation, prorated during the first year, plus 2 floating holidays
• 401(k) eligibility beginning on your first day with employer matching eligibility after 6 months of service
• Highly visible HR leadership role with the opportunity to directly influence employee engagement, retention, workforce strategy, and workplace culture
• Partner closely with site leadership while owning the day-to-day HR function within a fast-paced distribution and logistics environment
• Free onsite parking

What You'll Do:

• Lead employee relations activities including coaching, performance management, workplace investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution
• Serve as a strategic HR partner to site leadership and managers on workforce planning, employee development, organizational changes, and day-to-day people initiatives
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, company policies, and workplace regulations
• Analyze turnover, retention, recruiting, staffing, and other HR metrics to identify trends and develop strategies that strengthen workforce performance
• Manage Workers' Compensation, modified duty, return-to-work programs, OSHA requirements, and workplace safety initiatives
• Drive employee engagement, recognition, retention, and culture-building programs while developing strong relationships with employees at all levels
• Oversee employee onboarding, offboarding, compensation changes, employee data updates, and other HR operational processes
• Manage recruitment and workforce planning activities including contingent labor programs and relationships with recruiting and staffing vendors
• Coordinate required employee training while supporting leadership development, succession planning, and ongoing employee development initiatives
• Provide guidance to employees and leaders regarding policies, compensation, benefits, performance, and other HR-related matters

What We're Looking For:

• Fluency in both English and Spanish required
• 5-7+ years of Human Resources leadership or HR Manager experience within distribution, logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, or a similar operational environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred
• Strong employee relations experience with the ability to conduct investigations, coach leaders, manage corrective action, and navigate sensitive workplace situations
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulations including ADA, ADEA, EEO, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, and Wage & Hour requirements
• Experience supporting Workers' Compensation, workplace safety, OSHA compliance, and return-to-work programs
• Strong understanding of recruiting, workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management, compensation, and HR operations
• Relationship-focused and approachable HR leader who can remain objective and unbiased while maintaining a positive, upbeat presence
• Excellent communication, judgment, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to effectively partner with both frontline employees and senior leadership
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred

About Dawson

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