Human Resources Generalist

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a hands-on HR professional at our Missouri manufacturing site to partner with the HR Director, drive employee engagement, safety compliance, and effective HR processes.

You will support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and retention while coordinating workers' compensation and ensuring adherence to employment laws and safety regulations. A strong HRIS background and bilingual ability are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, Business, Safety or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting workplace safety programs and working knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive matters professionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS; experience with SuccessFactors and ADP eTime is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
• Professional HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with our HR Director to help create a workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and safe.
• Support a variety of human resources and safety initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees and managers by providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Lead and support site safety initiatives, including safety committee activities, training, audits, and recordkeeping.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims and assist with return-to-work processes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data within HRIS and related systems.
• Build strong relationships with employees through regular communication and a visible presence on the manufacturing floor.
• Partner with the HR Director on special projects and initiatives.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Safety Compliance

Employee Relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Workers' Compensation Coordination

HR Data Management

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS Platforms

SuccessFactors

ADP eTime

Job description

• Partner closely with our HR Director to help create a workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and safe.
• Support a variety of human resources and safety initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees and managers by providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Lead and support site safety initiatives, including safety committee activities, training, audits, and recordkeeping.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims and assist with return-to-work processes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data within HRIS and related systems.
• Build strong relationships with employees through regular communication and a visible presence on the manufacturing floor.
• Partner with the HR Director on special projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Safety, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting workplace safety programs and a working knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive matters with professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms; experience with SuccessFactors and ADP eTime is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
• Professional HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) are a plus.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources management within a manufacturing environment, focusing on employee engagement, safety compliance, and HR best practices. Proficient in managing HRIS systems and fostering strong employee relationships through effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Human Resources Experience
• Workplace Safety Programs
• OSHA Knowledge
• HRIS Proficiency
• Bilingual English/Spanish

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Human Resources Management
• Safety Compliance
• Employee Relations
• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Workers' Compensation Coordination
• HR Data Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Organizational SkillsCoaching

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Judgment
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism

Certifications & Qualifications

• SHRM-CP
• SHRM-SCP
• PHR
• SPHR

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Environment
• Employment Laws
• HR Best Practices
• Safety Initiatives
• Employee Engagement

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• HRIS Platforms
• SuccessFactors
• ADP eTime