HR Generalist (Manufacturing)

Blue Signal Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

401(k)

Paid time off

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to serve as the primary onsite HR partner for our Houston operation, located in North Houston, TX. This role requires independent decision-making and collaboration with remote HR leadership.

The position covers recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, employee relations, compliance, and HR reporting, with opportunities for growth in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as HR Generalist or HR Specialist in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting for multiple positions.
• Payroll and benefits administration knowledge and experience.
• Solid understanding of employment laws and compliance.
• Experience using HRIS platforms (Dayforce/Paycom/Paylocity or similar).
• Bachelor's degree preferred; SHRM certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary onsite HR resource, making sound decisions independently while collaborating with remote HR leadership.
• Support all aspects of the employee lifecycle: recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly and professional roles with managers and agencies.
• Process payroll and support benefits administration, leave management, and employee HR programs.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues with guidance from leadership.

Skills

HR Generalist

Full-cycle Recruiting

Payroll & Benefits

Employee Relations

Independent Decision Making

Communication

Attention to Detail

Onsite Manufacturing Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or PHR preferred

Tools

Dayforce

Paycom

Paylocity

Job description

Location: Location: North Houston, TX (Rankin Road area – Onsite)

A well-established industrial manufacturer is seeking an experienced, self-directed HR Generalist to serve as the primary onsite HR partner for its Houston operation. This role requires someone who is comfortable making sound HR decisions independently while partnering closely with operations leadership and a remote HR Director.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys building relationships across all levels of an organization, and takes pride in creating efficient HR processes that support both employees and business objectives. As the company continues to grow, there will be opportunities for increased responsibility and long-term career development. Success in this role requires building trusted relationships with employees and leaders through a consistent onsite presence within the manufacturing operation.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary onsite HR resource, exercising sound judgment and resolving day-to-day HR matters independently while collaborating with remote HR leadership as needed.
• Support all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management support, and offboarding.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly and professional positions by partnering with hiring managers, staffing agencies, and recruiting firms.
• Process payroll and support benefits administration, leave management, and employee HR programs.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Partner directly with supervisors and managers to investigate, resolve, and provide guidance on employee relations issues while making timely, well-informed HR recommendations.
• Generate HR reports and maintain accurate workforce data using the HRIS.
• Help coordinate employee engagement initiatives and support a positive workplace culture.
• Build strong working relationships with employees and leaders throughout the operation.
• Manage multiple priorities independently while providing responsive HR support across the site.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Specialist role.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting as part of a broader HR position.
• Manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or other operational environment experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and employment law.
• Experience using HRIS platforms such as Dayforce, Paycom, Paylocity, or similar systems.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility across all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make confident HR decisions in a manufacturing environment with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar certification is a plus.
• Experience serving as the primary HR contact for a manufacturing, industrial, or distribution facility is strongly preferred.
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Long-term career growth within a growing organization