Human Resources Generalist

Venteon; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join a manufacturing-focused team and support a broad range of HR functions in a fast-paced environment. Key duties include employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, payroll support, and ensuring policy compliance.

The role emphasizes confidentiality and collaboration with managers to drive workforce planning and development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Manufacturing or industrial HR experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employees.
• Strong employee relations and performance management experience.
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and compliance.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key HR resource for employees and management.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and new-hire processes.
• Partner with managers on performance management, employee development, and workforce planning.
• Support payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employee programs.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Coordinate training, employee engagement, and professional development initiatives.
• Support annual performance reviews, compensation activities, HR reporting, and metrics.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Recruiting

Policy compliance

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join their team and support a broad range of HR functions within a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys working closely with employees and managers and can provide practical solutions in a fast-paced organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a key HR resource for employees and management.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and new-hire processes.
• Partner with managers on performance management, employee development, and workforce planning.
• Support payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employee programs.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Coordinate training, employee engagement, and professional development initiatives.
• Support annual performance reviews, compensation activities, HR reporting, and metrics.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Manufacturing or industrial HR experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employees.
• Strong employee relations and performance management experience.
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and compliance.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.