HR Generalist

Hynes Industries Inc; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hynes Industries Inc. seeks an experienced HR Generalist to manage daily HR operations in Youngstown, Ohio.

You will handle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll processing, benefits administration, compliance, and performance management to support a productive workforce. The role requires confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail, with strong communication skills and the ability to partner with managers to meet staffing and organizational goals in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 5-7 years HR experience with at least 1 year payroll processing.
• Working knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems (ADP/Paycom/Workday or similar).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws (IN, OH) and confidentiality practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations including recruitment and onboarding.
• Oversee employee relations and performance management.
• Back up payroll processing and bi-weekly payroll.
• Administer benefits programs and coordinate with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Prepare HR reports and organizational charts as needed.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll processing

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business / Accounting

Tools

ADP

Paycom

Workday

Paylocity

Job description

Summary: The HR Generalist will manage the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll processing, benefits administration, compliance, and performance management. This role requires a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail in handling sensitive employee and payroll information.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following:Recruitment & StaffingManage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and ensure timely placement of qualified candidates.Employee RelationsServe as a first point of contact for employee inquiries and workplace issues.Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture through engagement initiatives and conflict resolution.HR AdministrationMaintain and update accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files.Prepare HR reports, compliance documentation, and organizational charts as needed.Payroll & Compensation Back upProcess bi-weekly payroll in collaboration with the Payroll Specialist.Verify timesheets, attendance, and leave data for accuracy before payroll submission.Handle payroll adjustments, deductions, and reimbursements.Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.Reconcile payroll discrepancies and maintain confidentiality of employee pay data.Generate and distribute pay statements and year-end tax documents (W-2, 1099, etc.).Assist with salary reviews and compensation benchmarking.Administration of Benefits Back upAdminister employee benefits programs (health, dental, retirement, etc.) in collaboration with the Payroll Specialist.Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and claims.Coordinate with vendors to resolve benefit-related issues.Training & DevelopmentSupport the creation and delivery of employee training and development programs.Track and document training completion and performance evaluations.ComplianceEnsure compliance with all applicable labor laws, employment standards, and internal HR policies. Update company policies as needed.Maintain awareness of legal requirements and best practices in HR and payroll management.Other duties may be required.Qualification Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.5-7 years of HR experience, with at least 1 year of direct payroll processing experience (preferred).Working knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, Workday, Paylocity, or similar).Strong understanding of labor laws, payroll tax regulations, and confidentiality practices.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Working knowledge of Federal and State (IN, OH) employment and labor laws and regulationsMaintaining current knowledge of HR best practicesProficient with MS Office Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and WordHighly developed oral, written, and interpersonal communicationDemonstrated ability to be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-oriented environmentCollaborationConsultationProblem ResolutionRelationship ManagementCore CompetenciesAccuracy and attention to detailConfidentiality and ethical judgmentTime management and multitaskingAnalytical thinking and problem-solvingEmployee advocacy and service orientationReasoning Ability:Ability to apply common sense understanding of written and/or verbal instructions.Ability to apply prior experience in assisting in problem solving situations.