Human Resources Generalist

Aston Carter; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO/Time Off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Human Resources Generalist to support the HR Business Partner with onboarding, employee relations, data management, and HRIS administration at our Albany, OR site.

This contract role emphasizes operational HR tasks, records accuracy, analytics, and reporting to aid leadership decisions while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on process improvement and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years HR Generalist or coordinator experience.
• Strong HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Analytical mindset with reporting and metrics.
• Confidential information handling with integrity.
• Knowledge of Oregon HR laws (FMLA, paid leave) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resolving employee inquiries and concerns, escalating complex issues to the HR Business Partner as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of employee interactions, ensuring proper documentation and confidentiality.
• Support the administration of employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Coordinate with centralized recruitment teams to ensure a smooth hiring process, including communication with hiring leaders and candidates.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, and training coordination.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment requirements and timely submission of necessary documents.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Generate HR reports and metrics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Assist with the preparation of HR presentations and documentation for meetings with senior leadership.
• Support the HR Manager in administering compensation programs, including tracking changes, preparing documentation, and communicating with employees.
• Conduct basic compensation analyses to assist in ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Coordinate with the centralized benefits team to address employee inquiries and issues.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audits and compliance checks, ensuring that all necessary documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Manage the filing and organization of HR documents, both physical and digital, to maintain confidentiality and accessibility.
• Participate in HR projects, including process improvements, policy development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for HR events, such as workshops, seminars, and employee meetings.
• Collaborate with the HR Manager on special projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the HR department.

Skills

HR policies

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Analytical mindset

Independent work

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist provides vital support to the HR Business Partner by managing various operational HR tasks, allowing the HR team to focus on strategic initiatives. The role involves assisting with day-to-day HR functions such as employee relations, onboarding, and data management, ensuring smooth and efficient HR operations that support the overall effectiveness of the HR department.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resolving employee inquiries and concerns, escalating complex issues to the HR Business Partner as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of employee interactions, ensuring proper documentation and confidentiality.
• Support the administration of employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Coordinate with centralized recruitment teams to ensure a smooth hiring process, including communication with hiring leaders and candidates.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, and training coordination.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment requirements and timely submission of necessary documents.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Generate HR reports and metrics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Assist with the preparation of HR presentations and documentation for meetings with senior leadership.
• Support the HR Manager in administering compensation programs, including tracking changes, preparing documentation, and communicating with employees.
• Conduct basic compensation analyses to assist in ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Coordinate with the centralized benefits team to address employee inquiries and issues.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audits and compliance checks, ensuring that all necessary documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Manage the filing and organization of HR documents, both physical and digital, to maintain confidentiality and accessibility.
• Participate in HR projects, including process improvements, policy development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for HR events, such as workshops, seminars, and employee meetings.
• Collaborate with the HR Manager on special projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the HR department.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years HR experience in a Generalist or coordinator role.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to generate reports and metrics.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and basic data analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a centralized HR environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of union law, paid leave, Oregon paid leave, and FMLA.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at the Millersburg plant, offering flexible start times between 6 am and 9 am. The HR Generalist will collaborate with the HR team in HR hall, supporting all operations at the Millersburg plant. The work involves dealing with both OPL and other HR team initiatives, contributing to the dynamic and fast-paced environment of an industry-leading specialty metals manufacturer.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Albany, OR.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Albany,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.