Our client in the Muskegon area is seeking a collaborative Human Resources Generalist to join a close-knit, supportive human resources team. This is a stable, people-first organization where HR plays a vital role in supporting both daily operations and long-term strategy. The position offers broad exposure across core HR functions-such as payroll, benefits, employee relations, recruiting, and compensation-with flexibility to align responsibilities to your strengths and interests.
If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and working in a highly team-oriented environment where collaboration is key, this is a great opportunity to contribute and grow within a values-driven company.
Responsibilities
- Manage or support functions in payroll processing, benefits administration, and leave of absence management.
- Partner with employees and leaders on employee relations matters, documentation, and compliance.
- Serve as a liaison for recruiting, onboarding/offboarding, and workforce planning.
- Prepare and analyze HR-related data and reports using Excel and other tools.
- Cross-train in safety, recruiting, and benefits to provide backup support as needed.
- Maintain employee records and documentation in compliance with company policies and legal standards.
- Assist with temporary staffing coordination and agency communications.
- Track and report HR metrics, such as retention and turnover.
- Support the annual performance review and salary planning processes.
- Engage in other HR projects and administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field-or equivalent practical experience.
- 2-4 years of HR experience with exposure to multiple functional areas.
- Strong familiarity with employment laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-first environment.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Preferences
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP or PHR).
- Payroll experience strongly preferred;
- Hybrid schedule: Work from home Mondays and Fridays; in-office Tuesdays-Thursdays.
- Additional WFH flexibility during summer (including Wednesdays).
- PTO, paid holidays, and a paid week off in July