Human Resources Generalist

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

JM Test Systems, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support the full employee lifecycle. You will lead recruiting efforts, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with employment laws.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of HR experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. The company offers competitive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) match, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience in a generalist role.
• Proven experience handling employee relations issues with professionalism.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for technical and administrative roles.
• Administer and communicate HR policies, ensuring compliance.
• Support performance management cycles and maintain HRIS data integrity.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of employment laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

JM Test Systems is a leading provider of test equipment calibration, repair, and asset management services. With a team of over 500 employees nationwide, we support critical industries by delivering precision, reliability, and technical excellence. We’re looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team and serve as a trusted partner to employees and leaders across the organization.

This is a high-impact, well-rounded HR role supporting the full employee lifecycle—from recruiting and onboarding to employee relations, performance management, and compliance. You’ll work closely with leaders across the business to drive consistency, support growth, and enhance the employee experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for technical and administrative roles (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers)
• Partner with managers on employee relations matters, including performance improvement, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Administer and communicate HR policies, ensuring consistency and compliance with employment laws.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding to create a positive employee experience.
• Support performance management cycles (goal setting, mid-year reviews, annual evaluations)
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and report on key metrics (turnover, headcount, time-to-fill, etc.)
• Assist with compensation benchmarking, job descriptions, and pay equity initiatives.
• Coordinate training and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Support benefits administration, including open enrollment and leave management (FMLA, ADA, etc.)

What We’re Looking For:

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience in a generalist role
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEO, etc.)
• Proven experience handling employee relations issues with professionalism and discretion
• Experience with HRIS systems and data reporting
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment

Why Join JM Test Systems?

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Voluntary benefits including long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a growing organization