HR Generalist - UniFirst First Aid + Safety

UniFirst Corporation; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Direct payroll deposit

Tuition reimbursement

30% employee discount

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

UniFirst First Aid + Safety seeks an HR Generalist to provide comprehensive HR support across multiple locations. You will handle recruitment, onboarding, orientations, employee relations, payroll assistance, and policy rollout while ensuring compliance with employment laws.

The role involves coordination with remote teams and a strong focus on training and safety. This position offers on-the-job training, a strong benefits package, and opportunity for growth within a large, diversified

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably supporting multi-location workforce.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, regulations and multi-state compliance.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills to support remote and in-person teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions.
• Manage and provide HR support for full-cycle recruitment including onboarding.
• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure smooth integration.
• Address employee concerns and resolve issues confidentially.
• Support payroll administration and timekeeping accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and training requirements.
• Coordinate policy rollout and ensure consistency across locations.
• Gather employee feedback and conduct regular check-ins with remote staff.

Skills

HR generalist experience

HRIS proficiency

Workplace safety

Multi-state compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree preferred

Job description

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking HR Generalist to join our community. As an HR Generalist, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with company goals and compliance with employment regulations. When working with UniFirst First Aid + Safety we provide a variety of shifts. Our standard is a 5-day work week, enjoy two days off a week. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.

On the job training & great hourly pay + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

What’s in it for you?

Training:

Our Team Partners receive ongoing cross-training, exposing them to different department areas. Cross training enhances their performance and assists them with their career potential and advancement.

Work Life Balance:

We offer up to 40-hours a week!

Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!

Culture:

Our family culture is what makes UniFirst First Aid + Safety an organization that stands out from the rest.

Diversity:

At UniFirst First Aid + Safety, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions.
• Manage and provide HR Support for full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding
• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure smooth integration.
• Address employee concerns and resolve issues confidentially.
• Build strong relationships with remote teams and external sales staff; serve as a liaison between staff and internal departments.
• Support managers with performance issues, coaching, disciplinary actions, development, and employee growth initiatives.
• Identify training needs and coordinate skill development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, safety regulations, and training requirements.
• Support OSHA compliance and workplace safety initiatives.
• Maintain HR records and generate reports on turnover, headcount, and safety metrics.
• Assist with payroll administration and ensure timekeeping accuracy.
• Support company-wide HR policy rollout and ensure consistency across locations.
• Communicate policy updates and collaborate on location-specific policies.
• Plan and execute initiatives to improve team dynamics and morale.
• Gather employee feedback to enhance satisfaction and conduct regular check-ins with remote staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Must be at least 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; undergraduate degree preferred.
• 3 - 5 years of HR experience; preferably supporting multi-location workforce.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, employment laws, regulations, with an emphasis on multi-state compliance.
• Proficient in HRIS systems, timekeeping software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills to support remote and in-person teams.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with a customer-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to take initiative and organize workload with little or no direction.

About UniFirst First Aid + Safety

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is a division of the UniFirst Corporation. UniFirst First Aid + Safety is one of the largest providers of First Aid, AEDs, Compliance Training, Safety and PPE products in the United States. Businesses such as manufacturing, office buildings, retail, construction, logistics, automotive, and government agencies, are just a few examples of our current customer base. We are part of a $70 million division within a $1.8 billion company.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.