Human Resources Generalist

Medbio, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Medbio, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking an HR contact to manage employee relations and staffing solutions. You will oversee payroll processing, leave administration, and compliance with employment laws.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and strong organizational and communication skills. Experience with ADP and managing hourly workforces is preferred. This role offers a dynamic work environment and involvement in HR initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience supporting hourly workforces and temporary staffing programs strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR contact for employee relations matters.
• Manage relationships with temporary staffing agencies.
• Assist with payroll processing for hourly employees.
• Administer and track employee leaves of absence.
• Create and maintain employee personnel files and HR records.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

HRIS systems knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ADP

Job description

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a primary HR contact for employee relations matters and general HR inquiries.
• Respond to employee questions regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, attendance, and employment matters.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, employee communications, and company events.
• Assist with investigations, documentation, and resolution of workplace issues as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and HR records.

Temporary Workforce Management

• Manage relationships with temporary staffing agencies and external workforce partners.
• Coordinate temporary staffing requests with department managers.
• Oversee temporary employee placements, including temp-to-perm conversions.
• Manage the full temporary employee lifecycle, including onboarding, attendance tracking, assignment monitoring, and offboarding.
• Monitor temporary staffing levels and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Track temporary employee attendance and communicate concerns to supervisors and staffing partners.

Payroll & Timekeeping Support

• Assist with payroll processing activities for hourly employees.
• Review and verify employee timecards for accuracy and completeness.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and attendance-related issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with payroll and department managers regarding missing or inaccurate time records.
• Assist with recruiting activities including job postings, candidate scheduling, interviewing coordination, and applicant tracking.
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Conduct new hire orientations and facilitate onboarding activities.
• Complete and process all new hire paperwork and employment documentation.
• Ensure completion of I‑9s and other required employment compliance documents.

Leave Administration & Benefits Support

• Assist employees with general benefits inquiries and HR-related questions.
• Administer and track employee leaves including:
  • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)
  • STD (Short-Term Disability)
  • LTD (Long-Term Disability)
  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Other company-approved leaves of absence
• Coordinate leave documentation and communication with employees, managers, and third‑party administrators as needed.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Create, maintain, and audit employee personnel files and HR records.
• Process employee status changes and maintain employee information in ADP.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Conduct employee offboarding activities and exit interviews.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain accurate documentation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in HR projects, process improvements, and special initiatives.
• Provide administrative and operational HR support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Organizational Relationships

Regular interaction with employees, supervisors, staffing agencies, and external partners.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience supporting hourly workforces and temporary staffing programs strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Experience with HRIS systems; ADP experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).