Position Overview
Our client, an established manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support daily HR operations and promote a positive, productive workplace. This role will manage a variety of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, attendance management, and employment compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and hiring coordination.
- Coordinate new-hire onboarding, orientation, background checks, and employment documentation.
- Serve as the primary HR contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace issues.
- Support employee relations, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective actions.
- Administer employee benefits, compensation inquiries, and payroll-related coordination.
- Monitor attendance, timekeeping, leave requests, and FMLA processes.
- Assist with performance reviews, employee development, and retention initiatives.
- Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and confidential documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and OSHA requirements.
- Prepare HR reports related to headcount, turnover, absenteeism, and staffing.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar HR role.
- Experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and benefits administration.
- Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments preferred.
- Knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
- Ability to handle confidential employee information professionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification.
- Experience supporting hourly employees and multiple shifts.
- Knowledge of employee engagement, retention, and workforce development initiatives.