Corporate HR Generalist: Onboarding, Compliance & Support

Austin Powder; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking a Corporate Human Resources Generalist to support Commercial and Field Operations across North America, delivering compliant HR guidance, onboarding drivers, triaging employee questions, and driving process improvements.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, policy interpretation, and collaboration with leadership on workforce initiatives, with travel under 10% and a focus on OSHA/EHS, DOL compliance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR, business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Understanding of OSHA, EHS, DOL, and workplace safety regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct HR support for onboarding, commercial, and corporate employees in North America.
• Triages routine HR questions and escalates as needed.
• Supports employee relations, investigations, coaching, and guidance.
• Interprets and applies company policies consistently and fairly.
• Ensures compliance with employment laws, OSHA, EHS, DOL, and related regulations.
• Partners with leadership on workforce challenges and talent initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Employment law knowledge

Communication skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Regulatory compliance

Onboarding

Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Austin Powder is seeking a Corporate Human Resources Generalist to support Commercial and Field Operations across North America, delivering compliant HR guidance, onboarding drivers, triaging employee questions, and driving process improvements.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, policy interpretation, and collaboration with leadership on workforce initiatives, with travel under 10% and a focus on OSHA/EHS, DOL compliance and risk mitigation.