HR Generalist

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Development

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies in Plymouth, MI is seeking an HR Generalist to support payroll, onboarding, HRIS, and employee engagement within a global engineering environment. The role collaborates with Compensation & Benefits and HR teams to ensure compliant, efficient HR operations.

The position covers payroll administration, employee records, onboarding/offboarding, and employee wellness initiatives, offering growth in a dynamic corporate setting.”

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of HR experience in HR Administrator/Coordinator/Generalist roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field is required.
• Knowledge of payroll, HRIS, employee records, onboarding/offboarding, and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer weekly and monthly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate employee leave of absence programs with Compensation & Benefits.
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and HR communications; manage employee records.
• Respond to HR-related questions and provide administrative support for day-to-day HR operations.
• Oversee site travel administration and monitor travel funds.
• Lead wellness initiatives by coordinating programs and events.
• Support employee engagement, internship programs, and HR projects.

Skills

Payroll coordination

HR administration

Employee relations

Organizational communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

ADP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Some of your Benefits

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Plymouth, MI

On-Site

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

You support our team as

HR Generalist

Responsibilities

• Administer weekly and monthly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of payroll-related transactions and approvals.
• Coordinate employee leave of absence programs in partnership with the Compensation & Benefits team, providing guidance and support to employees throughout the process.
• Support key HR administrative functions, including new hire orientation, onboarding and offboarding activities, employee records management, and HR communications.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers by responding to HR-related questions and providing administrative support for day-to-day HR operations.
• Oversee site travel administration, including tracking unused ticket credits and monitoring forfeited travel funds.
• Lead and support employee wellness initiatives by coordinating programs, managing budgets, communicating wellness resources, and assisting with events and activities.
• Support employee engagement programs, internship initiatives, and HR projects that enhance processes, workplace culture, and the overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of Human Resources experience in an HR Administrator, HR Coordinator, HR Generalist, or related HR role.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required.
• Experience supporting payroll, HRIS administration, employee records management, onboarding, and general HR operations.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices, including employee documentation, confidentiality requirements, recordkeeping, and workplace compliance.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively support employees, managers, and business partners at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR technology platforms; experience with Workday and ADP strongly preferred.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.