The Human Resources Generalist provides day-to-day administrative HR support across multiple sites in Jackson, TN. This role supports full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, HRIS and personnel record maintenance, and HR compliance under the direction of HR leadership.
Onsite Location and Role Details
Location: Jackson, TN (onsite)
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Sr. HR Business Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel: Up to 25%
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, interview, and coordinate the hiring process for qualified applicants; partner with departmental managers to understand the skills and competencies required for open roles.
- Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors; escalate complex and/or sensitive matters to the HRM.
- Coordinate temporary personnel with designated employment agencies.
- Conduct or obtain background checks and employee eligibility verification.
- Support new hire orientation and onboarding processes, including collaboration with the hiring manager during the 30-60-90 Day process to maintain a positive onboarding experience.
- Ensure onboarding and new hire documentation is completed and returned, including Form I-9 and E-Verify verifications.
- Maintain compliance with HR record-keeping and hiring practices, including electronic employee files, and process team member transitions.
- Run monthly HRIS reports and/or perform audits as requested.
- Engage with the HRM and local management in community events and initiatives to support an employment brand.
- Assist with benefits enrollment, employee self-serve support, and other HRIS-related employee tasks.
- Under HRM direction, administer training programs and help ensure required training is completed on time.
- Assist leaders with career development initiatives, including succession planning and tuition reimbursement.
- Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs, with appropriate escalation to HRM.
- Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Record OSHA incidents and near misses, complete monthly and annual OSHA reports, initiate workers compensation claims, and promote safety through interactions with associates.
- Provide administrative support for multiple locations as directed.
- Maintain current knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and modern technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Partner with team members to support a positive work environment and culture.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience: At least 2 years of experience in human resources required.
- Experience in other HR functions, including payroll processing, will be considered.
- Experience recruiting for hourly and salary roles.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Excellent time management with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to use analytical and problem-solving skills effectively.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS) or related tools.
- Proficiency with social media and communication platforms.
- Ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Technology and Systems
- HRIS
- SharePoint
- Form I-9
- E-Verify
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- TEAMS
Core Values
- Accountability
- Innovation
- Integrity
- Adaptability
- Caring
- Passion
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
- Close vision required.
- Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
- Frequently required to stand and walk on concrete.
- Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, bend, or twist.
- Occasionally required to push, pull, and/or move materials.
- Work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments.
- Noise level is usually moderate to high; ear protection required.
Disclaimer
The statements provided describe the general nature and level of work for this position. This document does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required, and personnel may be asked to perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed. The company may change, modify, amend, add to, or delete from any section of this document as it deems appropriate.