HR Generalist

Praxis Packaging; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Praxis Packaging is seeking an HR Generalist to manage day‑to‑day HR and benefits for plant operations. You will administer benefits plans, policies and handbooks while ensuring compliance across local, state and federal requirements.

Key duties include supporting performance management, payroll-related tasks, and safety procedures. A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 1–3 years of HR experience in a manufacturing setting, with SHRM-CP/PHR being a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field strongly preferred.
• 1-3 years of comprehensive Human Resources experience required, preferably in a medium to large, fast-paced manufacturing or industrial operation with a diverse workforce.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Superior people skills, including the demonstrated ability to navigate complex people issues and conflicts.
• Ability to coach, develop and direct the day-to-day activities of others.
• Strong computer skills and prior experience using HRIS or talent management systems (ADP and Cornerstone preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to small or large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain compliant Human Resources operations.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Swahili, or Kinyarwanda is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with benefits broker on employee benefits issues.
• Coordinates review and implementation of benefits plan design changes.
• Research and offer advice on HR issues, policy changes, procedure changes, etc.
• In concert with the HR Leadership Team, develops and reinforces employment-related policies and procedures, including the Employee Handbook.
• Aids in the implementation or automation of HR policies and practices.
• Responsible to perform or assist with administration of HR system work that may include Attendance Program, PTO Administration, New Hire Information and paperwork, Unemployment, FMLA/Leaves of Absence, Workers Compensation.
• Works with the HR Receptionist/Admin. to manage the proper maintenance of employee files, I-9s, and other documents as required by local, state and federal statutes.
• Supports, develops and administers company-sponsored employee events.
• Trainer for NEO, as needed
• Assist with other HR related projects
• Ensures proper PPE’s and Safety procedures are followed.
• Performs any other functions and duties assigned and necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of Praxis Packaging Solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Coaching

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP or PHR certifications

Tools

ADP

Cornerstone

Job description

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day HR and Benefits activities related to Praxis’s plant operations working closely with supervision and management. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits design and implementation, policy implementation, performance management, compliance, documentation and recordkeeping. The role will administer various HR plans & procedures for all company personnel, assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies, procedures and handbooks. The role is also a critical backup to the other functional roles within the HR Department

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with benefits broker on employee benefits issues.
• Coordinates review and implementation of benefits plan design changes.
• Research and offer advice on HR issues, policy changes, procedure changes, etc.
• In concert with the HR Leadership Team, develops and reinforces employment-related policies and procedures, including the Employee Handbook.
• Aids in the implementation or automation of HR policies and practices.
• Responsible to perform or assist with administration of HR system work that may include (but not limited to):
  • Attendance Program
  • PTO Administration
  • New Hire Information and paperwork
  • Unemployment
  • FMLA/Leaves of Absence
  • Workers Compensation
• Works with the HR Receptionist/Admin. to manage the proper maintenance of employee files, I-9s, and other documents as required by local, state and federal statutes.
• Supports, develops and administers company-sponsored employee events.
• Trainer for NEO, as needed
• Assist with other HR related projects
• Ensures proper PPE’s and Safety procedures are followed

Performs any other functions and duties assigned and necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of Praxis Packaging Solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field strongly preferred.
• 1-3 years of comprehensive Human Resources experience required, preferably in in a medium to large, fast-paced, manufacturing or industrial operation with a diverse workforce.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Superior people skills, including the demonstrated ability to navigate complex people issues and conflicts.
• Ability to coach, develop and direct the day-to-day activities of others.
• Strong computer skills required as well as prior experience using HRIS or talent management systems (ADP and Cornerstone preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to small or large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain compliant Human Resources operations.

Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Swahili, or Kinyarwanda is strongly preferred