Hands-On HR Generalist — Manufacturing

Smt-Inc; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMT, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support employees and managers across HR functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires building relationships, handling confidential matters, and improving HR processes across the site.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, benefits, performance management, HRIS administration, leave administration, and compliance while partnering with leadership to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Manufacturing, industrial, construction, or other hourly-workforce HR experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR practices, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and employee relations.
• Experience handling sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience with recruiting, onboarding, benefits, performance management, and HRIS systems.
• Experience with Paylocity is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization, from the production floor to senior leadership.
• Ability to remain objective, professional, and confidential when handling sensitive situations.
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees, supervisors, and managers regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace concerns.
• Build strong relationships with employees and maintain a visible HR presence throughout the facility.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and managers on employee relations, performance, attendance, disciplinary matters, and policy interpretation.
• Assist with employee investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and other employee relations matters.
• Coordinate recruiting activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interviews, pre-employment requirements, and offer preparation.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees and help ensure a positive new-hire experience.
• Conduct new-hire orientation and assist employees with benefit enrollment and HR systems.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
• Assist with employee status changes, promotions, transfers, compensation changes, and separations.
• Support employee benefit programs and assist employees with benefit-related questions and issues.
• Coordinate leave administration, including FMLA, ADA-related matters, and other applicable leaves.
• Support workers' compensation administration and employee injury reporting.
• Assist with performance review processes and manager follow-up.
• Coordinate and track employee training and development initiatives.
• Assist with employee engagement activities, communications, recognition programs, and company events.
• Monitor attendance and other employee-related reporting and assist supervisors with appropriate follow-up.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives across SMT and The Rise Companies.
• Perform other HR-related responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Hands-on HR

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paylocity

HRIS systems

Job description

SMT, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support employees and managers across HR functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires building relationships, handling confidential matters, and improving HR processes across the site.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, benefits, performance management, HRIS administration, leave administration, and compliance while partnering with leadership to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.