Human Resources Generalist

SNQPA-Staffing Network; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SNQPA-Staffing Network in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR functions in a manufacturing setting. You will partner with operations to manage recruiting, onboarding, payroll, training, and HR administration.

The role requires 1–3 years of HR experience and knowledge of employment law, with proficiency in HRIS and MS Office. Bilingual English/Spanish may be preferred depending on location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or automotive.
• Knowledge of employment law, payroll practices, and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) may be preferred depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Assist with payroll preparation, attendance, timekeeping, and employee changes.
• Administer new hire orientation and onboarding programs.
• Support employee relations by addressing questions, resolving workplace concerns, and ensuring policy compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Process employment documentation including new hires, transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Coordinate training programs and maintain employee training records.
• Support performance management and employee development initiatives.
• Assist with benefits enrollment and answer employee benefit questions.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and workforce analytics.
• Partner with staffing agencies to support workforce needs.
• Assist with audits, safety initiatives, and special HR projects as assigned.

Skills

Recruiting

Payroll

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist supports all day-to-day HR functions for a manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws while delivering excellent service to employees and management. This role partners with operations to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, training, and HR administration in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Assist with payroll preparation, attendance, timekeeping, and employee changes.
• Administer new hire orientation and onboarding programs.
• Support employee relations by addressing questions, resolving workplace concerns, and ensuring policy compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Process employment documentation including new hires, transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Coordinate training programs and maintain employee training records.
• Support performance management and employee development initiatives.
• Assist with benefits enrollment and answer employee benefit questions.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and workforce analytics.
• Partner with staffing agencies to support workforce needs.
• Assist with audits, safety initiatives, and special HR projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Knowledge of employment law, payroll practices, and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) may be preferred depending on location.

Preferred Skills

• Employee relations experience.
• Payroll and timekeeping administration.
• Recruiting and talent acquisition.
• Experience working with temporary staffing agencies.
• Knowledge of OSHA, safety practices, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.