Human Resources Generalist

Autogate; Berlin Heights (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Berlin Heights, Ohio is seeking a Human Resources Generalist. This role entails managing day-to-day HR functions such as employee administration, onboarding, recordkeeping, and benefits coordination while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Experience in HRIS software is essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of human resource experience preferred.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in the HR field acceptable with a High School diploma.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for employees regarding HR processes.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment and assist payroll processing.
• Post job openings and coordinate candidate flow.
• Coordinate new-hire safety orientation and track training.
• Execute and administer company policies.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Able to learn HRIS software quickly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

High School Diploma or GED with HR experience

Tools

Paycom or other Human Resource Information Systems

Job description

Description

Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for day-to-day execution of core HR functions in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on employee administration, onboarding, recordkeeping, benefits coordination, training support, and policy execution, while coordinating with executive leadership, external PEO firm, and outside legal counsel for advanced HR, compliance, and legal matters. HRIS Administrator.

This position is non-managerial, and does not supervise employees, and does not set HR strategy. The role executes established policies and escalates complex issues appropriately.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Administration & Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding HR processes, policies, and routine questions
• Maintain employee personnel files, records, and documentation (electronic and paper)
• Administer onboarding and offboarding processes, including new-hire paperwork, orientation, coordination, and exit documentation
• Track employee status changes, job titles, pay changes, and leave status in HRIS
• Ensure employee performance reviews are conducted per AutoGate policy and practice

Benefits & Payroll Coordination

• Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and employee communications.
• Assist payroll processing by ensuring accurate data entry, timekeeping records, and status updates in HRIS
• Maintain accurate leave tracking

Recruiting & Hiring Support

• Post job openings and coordinate candidate flow for hourly and salaried roles
• Schedule interviews and assist managers with candidate logistics
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings (background checks, drug screens)
• Prepare and distribute offer letters using approved templates

Training & Safety Support

• Coordinate new-hire safety orientation and required training
• Track training completion and certifications
• Assist Operations and Safety leadership with documentation related to OSHA, safety programs, and compliance training (execution only)

Policy Execution & Compliance Support

• Execute and administer company policies as written
• Assist with documentation related to corrective actions, performance reviews, and employee relations matters
• Escalate complex employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, or legal issues to the General Manager, the BoD, PEO, and outside legal counsel

HR Systems & Documentation

• Maintain HRIS accuracy and data integrity
• Assist in maintaining job descriptions, employee handbook updates, and HR forms
• Generate standard HR reports as requested by leadership

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s)

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or another related field; and one (1) to two (2) years of human resource experience; High School Diploma or GED with 5 to 7 years of experience in the HR field. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Above average analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and reasoning abilities. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. Proficient with Microsoft Office or other related software; proficiency with Paycom or other Human Resource Information System, or the ability to quickly learn this and other organization software programs.

Expectations

• Embrace the EOS process and integrate into all Department activities
• Understand the roles of company leadership and AutoGate team members, system resources and processes both intra and inter department positions and duties
• Utilize the most effective form of communication with employees, managers, co-workers, clients and vendors
• Understand that daily tasks through long-term company vision are interwoven in the AutoGate EOS. Prioritize and re-prioritize tasks in a dynamic fluid environment
• Display a willingness to make decisions, exhibit sound and accurate judgement, support and explain the reason and measure in your decision-making process
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines