Human Resources Generalist

NIvel Parts and Manufacturing; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NIvel Parts and Manufacturing is seeking an HR Generalist to support employee inquiries related to policies, benefits, and payroll. The ideal candidate will shape and implement HR practices to ensure compliance and promote a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include managing onboarding, resolving employee relations matters, and maintaining accurate HR documentation. A bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 1–3 years of experience are required. Join a company that values employee engagement and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 1–3 years of HR Generalist experience, required.
• Experience in payroll and employee relations, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries.
• Shape, implement and maintain HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in resolving employee relations matters.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR documentation.
• Process employee status changes in the HRIS.

Skills

Strong knowledge of HR principles

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong employee relations abilities

Payroll and benefits administration knowledge

Ability to handle confidential information

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Strong sense of urgency

Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems

Strong reporting and data management skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

1–3 years of HR Generalist experience

Tools

HRIS systems (UKG or similar)

Job description

Description

Duties andResponsibilities:

• Serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries related to company policies, procedures, benefits, payroll, and workplace concerns.
• Shape, implement, and maintain compliant, forward-thinking HR policies and procedures, including EEO-1 reporting, retention strategies, compliance initiatives, and workforce planning.
• Assist in resolving employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, coaching conversations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and corrective action documentation.
• Manage full-cycle onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, orientation, system setup, exit interviews, and separation documentation.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Process employee status changes including promotions, transfers, compensation changes, department changes, and terminations in the HRIS system.
• Oversee HRIS administration, ensuring accurate employee records, reporting structures, compensation workflows, time‑off routing, approvals, and organizational updates.
• Support day‑to‑day administrative HR functions including employment verifications, unemployment claims, policy acknowledgments, and employee records management.
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, qualifying life event changes, employee education, and open enrollment support.
• Lead monthly benefits reconciliation by auditing enrollment data, verifying carrier records, correcting discrepancies, and ensuring alignment across payroll, HRIS, and third‑party vendors.
• Act as the primary escalation point for payroll discrepancies, benefit enrollment issues, time‑keeping concerns, and unresolved employee concerns.
• Review and audit payroll changes for accuracy, ensuring employee pay, deductions, and benefit elections are correctly processed.
• Administer and support leave of absence processes, including FMLA, short‑term disability, workers’ compensation, bereavement, and ADA accommodations.
• Coordinate and file workers’ compensation claims, ensuring timely reporting, documentation, follow‑up, and employee communication.
• Prepare documentation and support internal and external audits, including I‑9 audits, benefits audits, workers’ compensation audits, and compliance reporting.
• Track compliance requirements including training, certifications, policy acknowledgments, and required labor postings.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Safety, Payroll, Operations, and leadership teams to ensure consistent communication and aligned HR support.
• Coordinate and facilitate training, development, and employee performance review processes, including probationary and milestone reviews.
• Implement and track employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, company events, and culture‑building activities.
• Plan and coordinate monthly and annual employee appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and company communications including newsletters and announcements.
• Generate and analyze HR reports to support executive decision‑making, compliance audits, turnover analysis, and workforce planning.
• Assist with recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and hiring process support as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee records, sensitive data, and business information.
• Provide administrative and operational support to leadership and departmental teams as needed.
• Perform other HR and administrative duties as assigned in support of business operations.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment law, and HR best practices
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while managing multiple priorities
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and follow‑through
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong employee relations and conflict resolution abilities
• Payroll and benefits administration knowledge
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and remain flexible in a changing business environment
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Officeand HRIS systems (preferred: UKGor similar)
• Strong reporting and data management skills
• Team‑oriented with ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• 1–3 years of HR Generalist experience required
• Experience in payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance preferred
• Experience in a multi‑site, fast‑paced operational or manufacturing environment preferred

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