Human Resources Generalist

Fernco, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation/sick)

Birthday Paid Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

In-house paid training

Career path consulting

Telehealth program

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Fernco, Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support a ~340-employee manufacturing company with a 24/5 multi-shift schedule across four locations.

You will lead full-cycle recruiting for entry-level production roles and build internal promotion pathways to retain and develop our team. You will manage onboarding, HRIS, policy compliance (OSHA, FMLA, FLSA), payroll backup, benefits, and performance processes, partnering with production leadership and the HR team to drive workforce

Qualifications

• Lead high-volume, full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for entry-level positions.
• Coordinate internal promotions and transfers and onboarding schedules.
• Track HR metrics such as turnover and time-to-hire.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FMLA, FLSA and other regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs.
• Develop and modify training programs with Production Management.
• Maintain HRIS data and employee records for promotions, demotions, and changes.
• Support payroll backup and benefits changes as needed.

Skills

High-volume recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

HR metrics tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Paycom

Job description

# Human Resources GeneralistHot JobDavison, MI - Davison, MI 48423; Enterprise - Davison, MI 48423## OverviewSalary Range$65,000.00 - $90,000.00 SalaryPosition TypeFull TimeJob Shift1st ShiftEducation LevelHigh School/GEDTravel PercentageNoneCategoryHuman Resources## DescriptionAt Fernco, we pride ourselves on being an employee-centric and customer-focused organization. We believe in equity, transparency, honesty, and integrity. We support a culture of respect and equal opportunity. Whenever possible, our goal is to promote from within and encourage development within a role and team. This commitment invests in our people, which in turn develops product knowledge and expertise that fosters trust and long-term relationships with our customers.What we offer:* A strong team culture with monthly employee luncheons* Paid time off: Vacation and Sick Pay* Birthday Paid Off* Paid Holiday* Tuition reimbursement* In-house paid training* Career path consulting* Job shadowing* Company paid telehealth program* Full-coverage health, dental and vision insurance* Company paid life, short- and long-term insurance**JOB TITLE:** Human Resources Generalist**SHIFT:** Flexible, Business Hours**REPORTS TO:** Rachel Mayes—Director of Human Resources & Development## JOB SUMMARY:We are seeking an experienced and resourceful Human Resources Generalist to support our department at our ~340-employee manufacturing company. Operating across a 24/5 multi-shift schedule and four locations, you will assist in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations on-site, balancing strategic workforce planning with active, daily floor support. A major focus of this role is leading full-cycle recruiting for entry-level production positions and building robust internal promotion pathways to retain and develop our team.At CCI, we understand that our business thrives when our employees thrive, and it begins with hiring the right Human Resources Generalist. Our goal is to hire the best fit for the HR team and the company, and we are willing to develop this role as we learn about the person, their talents, and how we all complement each other.## WHAT YOU WILL DO AS OUR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST:## Talent Acquisition & Staffing* Lead high-volume, full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for all entry-level manufacturing and shift positions.* Manage job postings, screen resumes, and conduct interviews.* Partner with department managers to identify staffing needs.* Facilitate internal promotions and transfer processes.* Conduct new-hire and benefit orientations, manage onboarding schedules.* Manage internal promotion pathways and training initiatives to advance high-performing floor employees into growth opportunities and leadership roles.* Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience.* Conduct audits for accuracy and compliance.* Track, report, and participate in the development of key HR metrics for objectives and systems, including turnover rates, time-to-hire, and shift-specific retention.## Employee Relations & Engagement* Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy enforcement across a 24-hour, 5-day, four-facility operation, ensuring fair treatment, compliance, and consistency.* Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters.* Assist regularly with planned employee engagement events, such as luncheons and giveaways.## Compensation & Benefits Support* Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs.* Facilitate promotions in the HRIS, such as pay increases, schedule changes, etc.## Training & Performance Management* Work directly with the Production Management team to develop and modify training programs for production and warehouse positions.* Partner with shift supervisors and department heads to facilitate annual reviews, constructive feedback loops, and progressive discipline.## Administrative Matters* Input, update, edit, and archive information in our Human Resources Information System for personnel matters such as promotions, demotions, lateral changes, etc.* Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and all applicable employment laws (such as OSHA, FMLA, FLSA, etc.), and update policies and procedures when necessary.* Assist in developing, executing, and enforcing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations.* Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development.* Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company.* Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including biweekly and semi-monthly updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes.* As the company grows and the HR team evolves, other HR duties may be assigned. There may also be temporary or seasonal responsibilities to support short-term goals.**WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED AS OUR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST:*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in human resources, business, or related field; or proven success working in a related field with transferrable skills to support the HR department.* Demonstrated skill in driving ongoing projects and initiatives past the finish line, ensuring no administrative or operational details are left outstanding.* Works well in a team and enjoys group work but is most successful working independently with collaboration, as needed.* Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness.* Aptitude for problem-solving and effectively managing workplace conflict.* Ability to represent the company in a consistent and professional manner.* Experience working in a manufacturing facility is a plus.* Ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary.* Knowledge of Paycom is a plus.