HR Generalist

PEI-Genesis; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PEI Genesis is seeking an HR Generalist to run daily HR operations, including interviewing and hiring staff, managing benefits, leave administration, and enforcing company policies. This role supports the HR Manager and serves as a trusted advisor to management.

The position focuses on recruiting, orientation, training, compliance, and employee relations within a manufacturing environment, offering opportunities to grow with a fast-paced global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field with experience.
• Manufacturing HR experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, and hire qualified staff; collaborate with departmental managers.
• Conduct background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Oversee new hire orientation and employee referral programs.
• Administer compensation, benefits, leave, and performance management; handle disputes and investigations.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Support manager with disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintain knowledge of HR trends, regulatory changes, and new technologies in HR.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Integrity & confidentiality

Employment law knowledge

Microsoft Office

HRIS & talent management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Talent management software

Job description

*Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled*

SUMMARY:

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including interviewing and hiring staff, benefits, leave administration, and enforce company policies and practices. This position will support the HR Manager and effectively demonstrate their job knowledge and act as a trusted advisor to management.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time

Why join PEI Genesis? Looking for a place that values your unique talents?

Discover how you can grow your career with a company that sets you up for success.

PEI-Genesis is one of the world’s fastest assemblers of precision connectors. We partner with customers to design engineered solutions that meet specific application requirements and then deliver with speed, service and consistent quality that is unmatched in the industry. PEI develops custom interconnect solutions that support the harsh environments of the aviation, energy, military, industrial, rail, medical sectors worldwide.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and manage employee referral programs.
• Manage perfect attendance & recognition programs
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Back up support to manager - attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and or any combination of education with equivalent years of experience
• Human Resource experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• SHRM-CP preferred not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities