HR Generalist — Manufacturing & Engagement

Ferguson; Fulton (MS); On-site; USD 48,267 - 77,193; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Generalist to join our Pipe Yard & Fabrication Team in Fulton, MS. This onsite role supports ~60 hourly associates and 5 exempt leaders across fabrication, yard operations, shipping, and receiving, driving associate engagement, leadership development, talent management, and safety‑focused culture.

You will provide day‑to‑day guidance on performance management, workforce planning, policy interpretation, and employee relations, partnering with site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years HR experience in manufacturing/industrial/warehouse environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR guidelines.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day guidance on performance management, workforce planning, policy interpretation, and employee relations.
• Collaborate with site leadership to support engagement, retention, leadership development, and staffing initiatives.
• Analyze HR metrics and reporting for turnover, staffing, attendance, and engagement.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and talent coordination to meet business needs.
• Develop and deliver training for managers and associates on HR policies and workplace expectations.
• Coach leaders on workplace relations, performance management, and development strategies.
• Conduct workplace investigations with cross‑functional partners and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Employee relations

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Confidentiality

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ferguson is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Generalist to join our Pipe Yard & Fabrication Team in Fulton, MS. This onsite role supports ~60 hourly associates and 5 exempt leaders across fabrication, yard operations, shipping, and receiving, driving associate engagement, leadership development, talent management, and safety‑focused culture.

You will provide day‑to‑day guidance on performance management, workforce planning, policy interpretation, and employee relations, partnering with site