HR Generalist - Payroll, Leave & On-Site Support

Traka Group; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Medeco Security Locks in Salem, VA, is seeking an HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team on-site. The role focuses on payroll, leave management, and providing support to production staff and leadership.

The ideal candidate will handle payroll processing, benefits compliance, HRIS systems, and employee relations while maintaining strict confidentiality. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, manufacturing HR experience, and HR certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in an employee-facing HR role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and HRIS systems (ADP and SuccessFactors preferred)
• Strong knowledge of benefits compliance including FMLA, ADA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Payroll management for hourly and salaried team members.
• Leave management including FMLA, vacation, and sick leave.
• Employee support and issue escalation with confidentiality.
• Recruitment and onboarding for hourly positions, including background screening and I-9/E-Verify.
• Coordinate staffing agency relationships for staffing level changes.
• Foster positive employee relations and clear communications.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including federal contractor requirements.
• Coordinate training and development activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and support AA/EEO/VETS reporting.
• Assist with other HR administration tasks as needed.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

HRIS (ADP/SuccessFactors)

Communication skills

Discretion

MS Office

Organization

Time management

HR certifications (PHR/SHRM-CP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP

SuccessFactors

Job description

Medeco Security Locks in Salem, VA, is seeking an HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team on-site. The role focuses on payroll, leave management, and providing support to production staff and leadership.

The ideal candidate will handle payroll processing, benefits compliance, HRIS systems, and employee relations while maintaining strict confidentiality. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, manufacturing HR experience, and HR certification is a plus.