HR Generalist: Payroll, Onboarding & Compliance

Amescoppergroup; Shelby, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

IMC Metals America / Ames Copper Group is seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist to support payroll, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations. The role reports to the HR Supervisor and involves coordinating hiring, benefits communication, training, and safety adherence.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree and 3–5 years HR experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with HRIS/ATS tools.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years proven HR experience.
• Extreme attention to detail with confidential information.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in HR software and tools for recruitment and management (HRIS, ATS).
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations (ADA, FMLA, EEO).
• Ability to handle confidential data professionally.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Handle employment-related inquiries and assist with investigations.
• Coordinate the hiring process including postings, interviews, and assessments.
• Coordinate in-person new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Process I-9 and E-Verify in a timely manner.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication.
• Serve as payroll liaison using Paylocity for bi-weekly processing.
• Support employee morale and engagement activities.
• Assist with performance evaluations and Employee of the Month.
• Communicate benefits programs (health, retirement, wellness).
• Assist in development of career development and training programs.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Promote safety protocols and PPE administration.
• Liaise for uniforms, security, and key fob administration.
• Provide visitor/mail support and special HR projects.
• Willingness to work off-shift hours to support production.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

HR experience

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Payroll support

Education

Associate's degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

IMC Metals America / Ames Copper Group is seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist to support payroll, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations. The role reports to the HR Supervisor and involves coordinating hiring, benefits communication, training, and safety adherence.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree and 3–5 years HR experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with HRIS/ATS tools.