Human Resources Generalist

Adecco; Brooklyn (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an experienced HR Generalist. The candidate will own weekly payroll processing for about 250 union and non-union employees while supporting various HR functions such as onboarding, attendance tracking, and compliance with labor laws. Strong payroll expertise and a preference for experience in union environments are required. This role calls for exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years HR experience with payroll ownership.
• Experience in a union manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Highly organized and detail-driven.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for ~250 union & non-union employees.
• Ensure compliance with CBAs, wage laws & company policies.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies and resolve issues.
• Analyze labor and payroll data using advanced Excel.
• Support finance with reporting and reconciliations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Compliance with labor laws

Advanced Excel

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality and discretion

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

We’re supporting a well‑established manufacturing company in NYC seeking a hands‑on HR Generalist with strong payroll expertise and experience working with union and non‑union employees.

This role owns weekly payroll processing while contributing across core HR functions including onboarding, employee support, attendance tracking, and record maintenance. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, and Operations and play a critical role in ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and seamless employee support.

What You’ll Do

• Process weekly payroll for ~250 union & non‑union employees
• Ensure compliance with CBAs, wage laws & company policies
• Investigate payroll discrepancies and resolve issues
• Analyze labor and payroll data using advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Support finance with reporting, reconciliations & month‑end close
• Track PTO, sick time, attendance, and leave balances
• Manage onboarding, I‑9s, wage notices & employee files
• Assist with hiring union employees & preparing HR notices
• Support managers with schedules, employee communications & HR inquiries
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years HR experience + payroll ownership
• Union manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
• Highly organized, analytical, and detail‑driven
• Strong interpersonal communication with employees at all levels
• Demonstrated discretion with sensitive employee data