HR Generalist (PR/603657) Columbia, Missouri
Salary: USD70000 - USD80000 per annum
Human Resources Generalist
About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations within a fast-paced manufacturing plant and/or distribution center environment of 150+ employees. This individual will serve as a key partner to employees and leadership, helping drive employee engagement, talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, training, and HR program implementation.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional with experience supporting an hourly workforce and the ability to thrive in a dynamic operational setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters.
- Support full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and orientation of new employees.
- Partner with plant or distribution leadership to address employee relations issues and resolve workplace concerns.
- Administer and support HR programs including performance management, employee engagement, recognition programs, and retention initiatives.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
- Assist with investigations, disciplinary actions, corrective actions, and documentation.
- Support benefits administration, leave management, and employee inquiries.
- Coordinate training programs and development initiatives for employees and supervisors.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
- Generate HR reports and analyze workforce metrics to support decision-making.
- Participate in workforce planning and staffing strategies to meet operational needs.
- Foster a positive workplace culture focused on safety, teamwork, and employee development.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Experience supporting a manufacturing plant and/or distribution center environment.
- Strong knowledge of employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and employment law.
- Experience supporting hourly and salaried employee populations.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- Employee Relations
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Employment Law & Compliance