HR Generalist – Ludington Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively sourcing HR Generalists to partner with manufacturing companies in and around Ludington, MI. These on-site roles emphasize quality hiring practices, employee relations, onboarding, and HR compliance. Compensation ranges from $58,000 to $85,000 depending on experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. The posting reflects current opportunities with various Ludington-area manufacturers and related plants, with potential

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS systems and timekeeping software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on site across multiple shifts.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• 4 years HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment law.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare HR metrics and reports for plant leadership.
• Serve as first point of contact for employee questions about policies, benefits, and payroll.
• Support recruiting for hourly production and skilled trades roles, including screening and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and required pre-employment checks.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data entry with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, and documentation.
• Administer attendance tracking, leave of absence requests, and FMLA paperwork.
• Support safety program administration and incident reporting.

Skills

HRIS experience

Timekeeping software

Strong communication

On-site work across shifts

4 years HR experience in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field

Job description

Job Description:

HR Generalist | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 – $85,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for supporting employees and building positive workplace culture? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Ludington area seeking experienced HR Generalists to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers HR Generalist opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Ludington in Mason County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Branch and Fountain.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Ludington area that add HR Generalists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Help prepare HR metrics and reports for plant leadership.
• Serve as first point of contact for employee questions about policies, benefits, and payroll.
• Support recruiting for hourly production and skilled trades roles, including screening and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and required pre-employment checks.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data entry with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, and documentation.
• Administer attendance tracking, leave of absence requests, and FMLA paperwork.
• Support safety program administration and incident reporting.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS systems and timekeeping software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on site across multiple shifts.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• to 4 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment law.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior experience in union or non-union production environments.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Experience with hourly workforce recruiting and high-volume hiring.
• Familiarity with OSHA recordkeeping and safety compliance.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Plant HR Generalist, Human Resources Generalist, HR Coordinator, Human Resources Specialist, People Operations Generalist, Employee Relations Specialist, HR Business Partner, Human Resources Administrator, Talent Acquisition Specialist, HR Analyst

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Osha HR Support Lean Manufacturing Talent Acquisition Interviewing Six Sigma Operations HR Policies Recruitment Analysis Compliance Data Integrity Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Sourcing Spanish Onboarding Compensation Employee Relations Reviews Conflict Resolution Performance Management Optimization Human Resources Manufacturing Records Preparation Data Analysis Microsoft Office Management

Salary Package:

$ 58,000.00 – 85,000.00 (US Dollar)