HR Generalist

Hankook Tire America Corp.; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hankook Tire America Corp. is seeking an HR Generalist to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management. You will help design training, ensure policy compliance, and manage benefits while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

The role requires collaboration with management to foster a positive, inclusive workplace and effective internal communications across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 2 years of HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws plus excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience in organizations with 50–200 employees.
• Proficient in MS Office; maintain discretion, integrity, professionalism.
• English required; English/Korean preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding: manage job postings, review resumes, interview, onboarding.
• Employee Relations: act as contact for inquiries, resolve conflicts, foster positive culture.
• Employee Recognition: design and manage recognition programs.
• Performance Management: assist reviews, guide managers, support improvements.
• Training and Development: identify needs, coordinate programs, promote growth.
• Compliance and Policy Management: ensure labor-law compliance and policy development.
• Benefits Administration: oversee benefits and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

HR experience

Interpersonal comms

Discretion

MS Office

English proficiency

Korean language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Generalist to join our team and play a key role in supporting our HR functions and enhancing the employee experience. In this position, you’ll collaborate with employees and management to foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture. You will be responsible for recruiting and onboarding, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compliance, benefits administration, and more. This role is ideal for an HR professional with a broad knowledge of HR practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

As an HR Generalist, you will support initiatives that align with our company’s mission and values, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies. You will also work closely with leadership to develop and execute employee recognition programs, support training and development efforts, and facilitate clear, engaging internal communications across the organization.

Level: Administrators

Key Accountability

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Manage job postings, review resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee inquiries, assist with conflict resolution, and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Employee Recognition: Design and manage an employee recognition program that celebrates achievements and aligns with our company’s values.
• Performance Management: Assist in the employee review process, guide managers on best practices, and support performance improvement initiatives.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs, coordinate development programs, and promote career growth opportunities within the company.
• Compliance and Policy Management: Ensure compliance with labor laws, assist in developing HR policies, and maintain accurate, confidential employee records.
• Benefits Administration: Oversee employee benefits programs, answer employee inquiries, and coordinate with vendors to manage offerings effectively.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or another related field.
• At least 2 years of prior experience in HR or another related field.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Study include HR Management, Business Administration, or Communications. Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience working within organizations of 50-200 employees.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
• Mandatory - English Preferred - English / Korean