Human Resources Generalist

Confidential Jobs; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading distribution center is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide comprehensive HR support, focusing on recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations. The individual will manage compliance, timekeeping, and engagement programs while ensuring a positive workplace culture. Ideal candidates are proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and a background in high-volume operations. Competitive compensation and benefits including medical and vision insurance are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years HR experience, preferably in distribution or high-volume environment.
• Certifications from SHRM or HRCI preferred.
• Strong understanding of hourly workforce management and employee relations.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles in the DC.
• Lead onboarding activities including background checks and orientation.
• Serve as first point of contact for employee questions regarding policies and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations and partner on safety initiatives.
• Plan employee engagement activities to promote positive workplace culture.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

HRIS knowledge

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Paylocity

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

The Human Resources Generalist provides HR support for the Distribution Center, acting as a key partner to frontline employees. This role manages recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, timekeeping, and engagement programs within a fast‑paced warehouse environment. The HR Generalist ensures consistent application of policies, promotes a positive workplace culture, and delivers excellent service throughout the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and adaptable, with strong communication skills and experience supporting an hourly workforce.

Responsibilities

• Support full‑cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried DC roles, including job postings, resume screening, scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Partner with Operations, Leads, and Supervisors to understand staffing needs and meet hiring deadlines.
• Maintain relationships with staffing agencies and manage temp‑to‑perm conversions.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Lead onboarding activities including new‑hire paperwork, I‑9 and e‑Verify processing, background checks, and DC orientation.
• Coordinate new‑hire setup with IT, Facilities, and Operations.
• Prepare offer letters, onboarding materials, and initial training communications.
• Manage offboarding tasks such as separation documentation, exit interviews, system access removal, and final pay coordination.

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, attendance, benefits, and workplace concerns.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, personnel files, and organizational charts.
• Support supervisors with coaching, corrective action documentation, and follow‑up.
• Assist with HR investigations and ensure timely documentation of employee concerns.
• Provide bilingual support or interpreter assistance when needed.

Timekeeping, Payroll & Benefits Support

• Oversee timekeeping accuracy in Paylocity, including punch corrections and coding adjustments.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate processing for hourly employee groups.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, inquiries, qualifying life events, and vendor communication.
• Support compensation adjustments, shift changes, and pay‑related updates.

Compliance, Safety & Policy Administration

• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment regulations, including wage and hour laws, I‑9 requirements, ADA, EEO, and workers’ compensation.
• Partner with Operations and Safety teams on OSHA compliance, incident reporting, and return‑to‑work programs.
• Participate in internal audits, policy reviews, and compliance training.
• Prepare employment verifications, unemployment responses, and HR administrative documents.

Performance Management & HR Programs

• Assist with performance review cycles, communications, and documentation tracking.
• Support leaders in performance coaching and corrective action processes.
• Contribute to HR policy development, procedure updates, and employee handbook revisions.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Plan and execute employee engagement activities, appreciation events, and monthly celebrations.
• Coordinate employee headshots, badges, and new‑hire photos for internal systems.
• Support initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative DC culture.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and workforce metrics for HR and Operations leadership.
• Conduct data audits to ensure HRIS and timekeeping accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve HR processes across workflows.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Payroll, Safety, Operations, and Corporate HR to ensure alignment and consistent practices.
• Support HR projects and strategic initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably within a distribution center, warehouse, manufacturing, or high‑volume operations environment.
• Certifications from SHRM or HRCI preferred.
• Strong understanding of hourly workforce management, timekeeping, attendance, and employee relations.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; adept at supporting diverse employee groups.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with shifting priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with HRIS, ATS, or timekeeping systems (Paylocity preferred).
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate operational needs.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Human Resources and Administrative
• Manufacturing and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)