HR Generalist

Superior Environmental Solutions, Inc.; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Environmental Solutions seeks an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, partnering with managers and employees to ensure compliant, people-focused practices. You will handle team member relations, benefits administration, compliance, and HR policy support, working independently on routine matters and with senior leadership on complex initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, 3–6 years of generalist HR experience, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–6 years of progressive HR experience in a generalist role
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience with HRIS; ADP experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Administer HR policies, procedures, and programs consistently
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, & inquiries
• Process employee status changes, terminations, and offboarding activities
• Set up new hires in ADP with accurate data and documentation
• Support ADP onboarding tasks and workflows for compliant new hires
• Assist with internal HR reporting and documentation needs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Serve as primary contact for employee HR questions and relations
• Provide guidance to managers on workplace issues and performance conversations
• Assist with investigations and documentation related to concerns and policy violations
• Partner with leadership to identify workforce needs and mitigate risks
• Promote a positive, inclusive, compliant workplace culture
• Assist with audits, reporting, and HR compliance initiatives
• Help develop and update HR policies and handbook content
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and leadership teams to drive a safe, productive environment
• Support local and enterprise-wide projects
• Stay abreast of HR trends and regulatory changes

Skills

Employee relations

HR policies

Communication

Problem solving

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

PHR/SHRM-CP (preferred)

Tools

ADP

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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HR Generalist

Full Time Professional Cincinnati, OH, US

position summary

The Human Resources Generalist is a HR professional responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations while partnering with managers and employees to ensure consistent, compliant, and people-focused practices. This role handles a broad range of HR functions including team member relations, benefits administration, compliance, and HR policy support. The HR Generalist works independently on routine matters and collaborates with senior HR leadership on more complex initiatives.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Administer HR policies, procedures, and programs consistently
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data with accuracy, data integrity and confidentiality
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee benefit inquiries
• Process employee status changes, terminations, and offboarding activities
• Set up new team members in ADP, ensuring accurate entry of employee data, job details, and required documentation
• Support ADP onboarding tasks and workflows to support a smooth and compliant new hire experience
• Assist with internal HR reporting and documentation needs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations[BP1]
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and employee relations matters
• Provide guidance to managers on workplace issues, corrective actions, performance conversations, documentation, coaching and conflict resolution
• Assist with investigations and documentation related to employee concerns, policy violations, and workplace issues
• Partner with leadership to identify workforce needs and mitigate HR-related risks
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture
• Assist with audits, reporting, and HR compliance initiatives
• Help develop, update, and communicate HR policies and employee handbook content
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and leadership teams to drive a positive, safe, and productive work environment.
• Support local and enterprise-wide projects as assigned.
• Stay abreast of HR trends, best practices, and regulatory changes and make recommendations for continuous improvement.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–6 years of progressive HR experience in a generalist role
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience working within an HRIS platform; ADP experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage a variety of tasks to achieve results
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Preferred

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar)
• Experience supporting multi-site or field-based employees
• Exposure to safety-sensitive or regulated industries
• Interpersonal Communication
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Team Player

job demands and work environment

• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to work in industrial environments, including exposure to loud noise, heavy machinery, and potential environmental hazards.
• Use of PersonalProtective Equipment(PPE) as required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines, analyze operational challenges, and make high-stakes decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments
• Travel required, including overnight stays as needed

About us

Superior Environmental Solutions (SES) is a leading provider of industrial and environmental services throughout the Midwest. Founded in 1999, the company operates in multiple states across the Midwest. Our services include water blasting, tank cleaning, emergency response, vacuum truck services, waste management, transportation, and hazardous waste disposal. SES is committed to providing responsive and quality service to manufacturers in an array of industries.

Our Team Members are the most important asset and strength of our organization. Our in-house and ongoing training programs ensure that all SES Team Members are well-educated in OSHA regulations and SES‑specific operational policies. SES Team Members are focused on safety and dedicated to exceeding our customer’s expectations in every way.