HR Generalist

Benteler Automotive Corporation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

BENTELER Automotive Corporation in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an HR Generalist with 1–2 years of HR experience to join our Human Resources team. The role covers recruiting, onboarding, payroll support, and employee relations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and customer-service oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of Human Resources experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, distribution, or fast-paced environments preferred.
• Internship or co-op experience may be considered with professional experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and reporting.
• Serve as a first point of contact for questions on HR policies, benefits, payroll, and timekeeping.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity in the HRIS system (SAP).
• Assist with payroll processing and HR metrics/reporting.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Division: BENTELER Automotive
Functional Area: Human Resources
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40.00
Required Languages: English
Requisition ID: 47428

At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with 1 to 2 years of experience who is looking to expand their knowledge across a wide range of HR disciplines while supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The HR Generalist will support day-to-day human resources operations, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and reporting. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders, helping to create a positive employee experience while ensuring HR practices support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, customer-service oriented, and eager to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting activities for hourly positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to post positions, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and facilitate hiring decisions.
• Support new hire onboarding and orientation activities to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Assist with maintaining recruitment metrics and tracking hiring effectiveness.

Employee Support & Employee Relations

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, timekeeping, and company programs.
• Help resolve employee concerns while escalating more complex matters as appropriate.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and HR communication efforts.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within the HRIS system (SAP).
• Support HR compliance initiatives and assist with audits, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Assist in the administration and interpretation of company policies and procedures.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Payroll & Reporting Support

• Assist with payroll processing activities and help resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of HR reports, metrics, and dashboards.
• Track and analyze key HR performance indicators, including turnover, attendance, recruiting metrics, and other workforce trends.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in HR projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training, engagement, and talent development programs.
• Support special assignments and other HR-related initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of Human Resources experience required.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing, automotive, distribution, or other fast-paced operational environment is preferred.
• Internship or co-op experience in Human Resources may be considered in combination with professional experience.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws, HR practices, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Experience with recruiting, onboarding, and HR administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience working with an HRIS system preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Ability to build positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Your contact

Riley Fairfield
BENTELER Human Resources

The BENTELER Group always has the answer. That’s because in each of our divisions and at every one of our sites, you can benefit from the size and diversity of an international corporation with more than 20,000 employees at around 90 locations worldwide.

The same is true in our BENTELER Automotive division. This is where intelligent solutions for the automotive world are born—and where we, as a partner, provide answers on central topics like safety, the environment, and efficiency to nearly every major automotive manufacturer. Whether it's the body, the chassis, or the engine, we’re constantly setting new standards with the products, materials, and technologies we develop and produce. Inventiveness that makes sure you can be and become anything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen!

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