HR Generalist 2

Lee Contracting; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays Upon Hire

Competitive Medical, Dental, andVision

HSA with Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Short-Term Disability & 0

Safety Bonus Program

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Work Travel Incentive

Holiday Bonus

And so much more!

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting, based in Pontiac, Michigan, seeks an HR Assistant/Generalist to support talent acquisition, onboarding, and employee relations. You will manage performance processes, maintain HR records, and advise managers on HR policies in a fast-paced environment.

This position emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and proactive service to employees. Ideal candidates bring a bachelor’s degree in business/HR and 2+ years of HR experience, with proficiency in HRIS, payroll systems,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field; HR experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ HR Assistant/Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Experience as first point of contact for employees; coaching and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with HR software (HRIS, payroll systems) and MS Office.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive workplace culture and support talent management.
• Manage talent acquisition, pre-employment screening, onboarding and orientation for trades.
• Administer day-to-day performance management and coaching.
• Maintain employee records in HRIS and ensure data integrity.
• Support life cycle activities including hiring, life events, and separations.
• Explain HR policies and advise managers on employee relations.
• Support company-wide HR programs and workforce planning.
• Monitor HR metrics and provide data-driven insights to senior management.
• Occasional travel for events or activities.

Skills

HR policies

Employee relations

Performance coaching

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/HR

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

MS Office

Job description

Description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• This position is essential for fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring effective talent management
• Manage and provide support for talent acquisition, pre-employment screening, onboarding and orientation activities for various trades departments
• Administers day-to-day performance management activities (employee coaching, career development, supervisor coaching, corrective action, performance management system administration support)
• Process employee information in HRIS and other systems; manage and maintain employee records, reports and employee files to meet government and company standards; conduct periodic audits to ensure integrity of HR data
• Assist with administrative activities related to the employee life cycle including hiring, life events, and separation
• Interpret and explain HR policies and procedures, laws/regulations to managers and employees; advise managers in employee relations matters
• Support the implementation of company-wide HR programs and initiatives including, but not limited to performance management programs, training and development programs, workforce planning, and employee engagement activities
• Monitor key HR metrics, prepare reports, and provide data-driven insights to senior management
• Occasional travel may be required for different events or activities

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, HR preferred.
• Minimum of two years HR Assistant/Generalist (or similar) level experience
• Knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
• Must have experience as first point of contact for employees; coaching and performance management, and collaborative conflict resolution
• Proficiency in HR software (e.g., HRIS, payroll systems, etc.) and MS Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs
• Must possess a strong attention to detail and effectively prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks, seeks clarification when encountering challenges, and demonstrates the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Committed to continuous learning regarding human resource practices

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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