Human Resources Generalist

McLanahan Corp.; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLanahan Corp. is seeking an HR generalist to support employees across North America in all stages of their career journey.

You will handle recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compensation, performance management, training, and employee relations while partnering with leaders to address policy questions and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, or electronic recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR Manager to support daily operations and initiatives.
• Guide employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and questions.
• Assist with recruiting activities and candidate selection processes.
• Own new hire onboarding and orientation.
• Review HR policies and recommend updates to stay compliant.
• Maintain HR systems, generate reports, and analyze data.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

UKG

LearnUpon

Job description

Are you passionate about helping employees succeed and creating a positive workplace experience? Join our Human Resources team and play a key role in supporting employees across our North America locations throughout every stage of their career journey.

In this role, you'll be involved in a wide variety of HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compensation, performance management, training, and employee relations. You'll serve as a trusted resource for employees and leaders, helping them navigate policies, resolve concerns, and access the tools and support they need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to Learning & Development initiatives, helping build programs that support employee growth, engagement, and success throughout their careers at McLanahan.

What You'll Do

• Partner closely with the Human Resources Manager to support daily HR operations and initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related questions.
• Assist with recruiting activities and candidate selection processes
• Responsible for new hire onboarding and conducting new hire orientation.
• Review and communicate HR policies and recommend updates to support organizational needs and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and utilize HR systems to generate reports, analyze data, and support business decisions.
• Partner with leaders to address employee relations matters by providing guidance, coaching, and support.
• Help develop and maintain learning and development programs within our Learning Management System (LMS).
• Gather employee and leadership feedback to identify opportunities for training and professional development.
• Assist with benefits administration, including annual open enrollment and responding to employee benefit inquiries.
• Assist with attendance and leave administration.
• Support unemployment claim management and participate in hearings as needed.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, employment laws, and emerging technologies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that strengthen workplace culture and employee commitment.
• Assist with the administration and continuous improvement of HR programs and processes.
• Promote and uphold a safe work environment by following and supporting all company safety policies and procedures.
• Represent McLanahan professionally and positively while living our core values.

What We\'re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, or electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Solid understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably UKG.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably LearnUpon.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach to supporting employees and leaders.

Why You\'ll Enjoy This Role

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the employee experience while gaining exposure to a broad range of HR disciplines. You\'ll work closely with leaders and employees across the organization, contribute to important people initiatives, and help create a workplace where employees can learn, grow, and succeed.

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office-based and requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods. Occasional domestic travel may be required. The role also requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, use a computer and keyboard, and communicate effectively through both written and verbal means.

This description outlines the primary responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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