Entry-Level HR Generalist — Manufacturing Operations

Jabil; Byhalia (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist I for its new Byhalia, MS site to support daily HR operations in a manufacturing environment. You will assist with onboarding, HR administration, and employee inquiries while ensuring policy consistency and confidentiality.

You will build foundational HR knowledge, handle routine tasks, and collaborate with HR leadership to grow skills across HR functions in a dynamic production setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field preferred.
• 0-2+ years in HR, administrative, internship, or related professional experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine HR questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment practices.
• Support onboarding activities including new hire orientation, document collection, system transactions, and employee integration activities.
• Maintain employee files, HR records, and required documentation in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.
• Assist with employee lifecycle activities including transfers, promotions, status changes, and separations.
• Support attendance tracking and reporting processes.
• Coordinate training activities, maintain training records, and assist with compliance-related training requirements.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and site-wide employee events and programs.
• Support recruiting and hiring activities, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding coordination.
• Conduct routine audits of HR records and assist with compliance reporting requirements.
• Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and other administrative documentation as requested.
• Escalate employee relations concerns and policy issues to HR leadership for guidance and resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee information and sensitive business matters.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS (HR information systems)

Job description

Jabil is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist I for its new Byhalia, MS site to support daily HR operations in a manufacturing environment. You will assist with onboarding, HR administration, and employee inquiries while ensuring policy consistency and confidentiality.

You will build foundational HR knowledge, handle routine tasks, and collaborate with HR leadership to grow skills across HR functions in a dynamic production setting.