Human Resources Generalist

Lighthouse Manufacturing, LLC; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lighthouse Manufacturing, LLC is seeking a Part-Time Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR needs for manufacturing operations in Portsmouth, NH. This onsite role focuses on payroll, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance to support hourly manufacturing staff and production supervisors.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of HR experience in manufacturing, proficiency with Paychex Flex, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on Paychex Flex experience including payroll processing and timekeeping.
• Experience supporting hourly manufacturing employees and production supervisors.
• Working knowledge of payroll administration, wage and hour laws, and HR compliance.
• Ability to manage HR responsibilities independently with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Run payroll processing, manage timekeeping, and maintain employee records using Paychex Flex.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding, and handle ongoing personnel administration.
• Support recruitment and hiring for manufacturing, skilled trades, and administrative roles.
• Assist management with employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary activities.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, workers’ compensation documentation, and HR compliance.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Employee records

Onboarding/offboarding

Employee relations

Communication

Office software

Tools

Paychex Flex

Paychex Flex Time & Attendance

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lighthouse Manufacturing seeks a Part-Time Human Resources Generalist to support day‑to‑day HR needs for manufacturing operations in Portsmouth, NH (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Run payroll processing, manage timekeeping, and maintain employee records using Paychex Flex.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding, and handle ongoing personnel administration.
• Support recruitment and hiring for manufacturing, skilled trades, and administrative roles.
• Assist management with employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary activities.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and workers’ compensation documentation.
• Maintain HR compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and company policies.
• Track attendance, overtime, paid time off, and process payroll adjustments.
• Provide practical HR guidance to management and production supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of human resources experience, including experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands‑on Paychex Flex experience, including payroll processing, employee records, and timekeeping.
• Experience supporting hourly manufacturing employees and production supervisors.
• Working knowledge of payroll administration, wage and hour laws, and HR compliance.
• Ability to manage HR responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, organizational, and employee relations skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Technology

• Paychex Flex
• Paychex Flex Time & Attendance
• Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, precision manufacturing, or machine shop operations.
• Experience recruiting CNC machinists, quality inspectors, and other skilled manufacturing personnel.
• Familiarity with Paychex Flex Time & Attendance and benefits administration.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification.
• Experience supporting small to mid‑size manufacturing businesses.

Work Schedule

• Part‑time and onsite role in Portsmouth, NH.
• Approximately 20 hours per week.
• Schedule flexibility needed to support payroll deadlines and business needs.

Compensation

• $28–$35 per hour (USD).