Human Resources Generalist

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Ochlocknee (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

Health and dental coverage

Fitness and wellness reimbursement

Annual merit increase

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR activities at our manufacturing site in Georgia. This onsite role partners with plant leaders to handle recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, engagement, and HR operations.

You will play a visible role on the plant floor, helping create a positive work environment while ensuring HR processes are executed consistently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; minimum two years HR experience.
• Dayforce HRIS experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Manufacturing/plant HR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Talent Acquisition on sourcing, events, and pipeline development.
• Support recruiting for regular and temporary plant positions.
• Facilitate onboarding, orientation, and new hire integration activities.
• Conduct 30/60/90-day check-ins with new teammates and supervisors to support retention.
• Administer benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations while ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and support reporting through Dayforce and related systems.
• Maintain a visible presence on the plant floor and respond to teammate questions and concerns.
• Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and teammate relations matters.
• Administer compliance programs, including I-9s, employment law postings, and HR documentation requirements.
• Manage leave administration activities, including LOA, FMLA, and STD processes.
• Support teammate engagement initiatives, special events, communications, and recognition programs.
• Provide guidance to supervisors on interviewing, policy administration, performance management, and career development.
• Partner with Safety and HR leadership on CDL documentation, DOT compliance, and related processes.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

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

Tools

Dayforce HRIS

Job description

Compensation: competitive salary + annual bonus

Work Model

This position is based at an active mine site and requires daily onsite presence. Work conditions may include uneven terrain, climbing ladders, navigating steps, and exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, rain, or mud.

• Monday - Friday required.
• Regular in-person attendance consistent with the Company's established work schedule is an essential function of this position to facilitate effective collaboration, communication, and business operations.

Position Summary

This position supports the daily Human Resources activities at the manufacturing location, partnering with leaders and teammates across recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, engagement, and HR operations.

The role is highly visible within the plant and serves as a key resource for teammates and supervisors, helping create a positive work environment while ensuring HR processes are executed consistently and effectively.

The Opportunity

• Build broad Human Resources experience across recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, and teammate engagement
• Partner closely with plant leadership and front-line teammates to support business and people initiatives
• Play a visible role in creating a positive teammate experience and strengthening retention efforts
• Support workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and career development initiatives
• Join a stable manufacturing company where HR partners are close to the business and can make a direct impact on teammates and operations
• Oil-Dri is large enough to offer stability, career growth, and strong benefits, and small enough for teammates to have visibility, ownership, and direct impact.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with Talent Acquisition on candidate sourcing, recruiting events, career fairs, and talent pipeline development
• Support recruiting efforts for regular and temporary plant positions
• Facilitate onboarding, orientation, and new hire integration activities
• Conduct 30/60/90-day check-ins with new teammates and supervisors to support retention and engagement
• Administer benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations while ensuring accurate recordkeeping
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and support reporting through Dayforce and related systems
• Maintain a visible presence on the plant floor and respond to teammate questions and concerns
• Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and teammate relations matters
• Administer compliance programs, including I-9s, employment law postings, and HR documentation requirements
• Manage leave administration activities, including LOA, FMLA, and STD processes
• Support teammate engagement initiatives, special events, communications, and recognition programs
• Provide guidance to supervisors on interviewing, policy administration, performance management, and career development
• Partner with Safety and HR leadership on CDL documentation, DOT compliance, and related processes
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
• Minimum of two years of Human Resources experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing demands
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Service-oriented approach and ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated commitment to honesty, integrity, and professionalism

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based Human Resources experience
• Dayforce HRIS experience
• Employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, or compliance experience
• aPHR or similar HR certification preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation + annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid parental leave, PTO, and holidays
• Employer-supported health and dental coverage
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Annual merit increase opportunity
• Career growth through exposure to plant leadership and Human Resources initiatives

About Oil-Dri

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading specialty minerals manufacturer serving consumer and business-to-business markets. We offer the stability of an established manufacturing company with the visibility, ownership, and direct impact of a more closely connected organization. Our teammates help Create Value From Sorbent Minerals every day.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.