HR Generalist & Benefits Specialist — Manufacturing

MASSACHUSETTS CONTAINER CORP; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Massachusetts Container Corp in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations, benefits administration, onboarding, payroll backup, and employee relations. You will collaborate with the Corporate HR Team to ensure compliant, employee-focused HR services, maintain records, and communicate programs and policy changes.

The role requires an associate degree and at least three years HR experience, payroll knowledge (Paycom preferred), and strong communication in

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of human resources experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Payroll experience required, including familiarity with payroll processing, time and attendance review, payroll deductions, employee status changes, and confidential payroll records.
• Experience with Paycom strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), and FMLA.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for employee benefit questions, resolves routine benefit-related issues, and explains plan eligibility and administrative procedures.
• Maintains benefit plan eligibility systems and records, auditing information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and administrative guidelines.
• Manages enrollment status for new hires, terminated employees, retirees, and other employee status changes.
• Conducts one-on-one meetings with employees to explain available benefit options and assist with benefit enrollment decisions.
• Prepares employee communications, educational materials, and other resources related to benefit programs and plan offerings.
• Administers and tracks leave-of-absence claims and benefit program requirements, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate documentation.
• Assists with preparing payroll-related benefit enrollments and changes, including verification of deductions, FSA contributions, and termination-related updates.
• Serves as the designated backup to payroll for all divisions, including assisting with payroll processing in Paycom, reviewing time and attendance data, verifying employee status changes, supporting deductions and benefit-related payroll updates, and helping ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Conducts or coordinates background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Reviews, tracks, and maintains employee training records, including skills training matrices and required compliance documentation.
• Supports new hire orientation, onboarding activities, and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine administrative tasks required to support HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave administration, employee records, and talent management processes.
• Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Director as appropriate.
• Enters and maintains workers’ compensation accident investigation information in the appropriate portal and supports required follow-up documentation.
• Attends and participates in employee relations matters, including minor disciplinary meetings, terminations, and workplace investigations.
• Supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies, procedures, and recommended HR best practices.
• Maintains current knowledge of HR trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in human resources, talent management, payroll, and employment law.

Skills

HRIS systems

Payroll

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Union experience

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office

Job description

Massachusetts Container Corp in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations, benefits administration, onboarding, payroll backup, and employee relations. You will collaborate with the Corporate HR Team to ensure compliant, employee-focused HR services, maintain records, and communicate programs and policy changes.

The role requires an associate degree and at least three years HR experience, payroll knowledge (Paycom preferred), and strong communication in