Human Resources Generalist

HMS Holdings; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HMS Networks AB is seeking an HR Generalist to support our York, PA production facility. You will handle employee relations, policy interpretation, onboarding for hourly workers, and collaboration with production leaders on staffing and safety initiatives.

The role emphasizes compliance with wage-hour regulations, leave administration, and keeping HRIS data accurate. A minimum of 3 years in HR and knowledge of FMLA/ADA/FLSA/EEO are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HR Generalist or HR Manager experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO).
• Experience supporting hourly workforce and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support including employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and compliance.
• Conduct workplace investigations and coach leaders on performance and corrective action.
• Partner with production leaders on staffing, attendance, and turnover initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding for hourly workforce and support wage-hour compliance.
• Administer leave programs and maintain HRIS data and personnel files.

Skills

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Workforce planning

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HMS Networks makes the World more connected, productive and sustainable. HMS industrial communication products enable millions of machines such as robots, drives and air-conditioners to get connected to software and systems – A necessity to meet the future demands for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will support our dynamic production facility in York, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and can provide immediate support in key HR functions during a period of transition or increased need. The HR Generalist will serve as a key HR resource for plant leadership, supervisors, and employees to ensure smooth daily operations and alignment with company policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

Embody our core values by leading with Heart, Mind, and Soul- showing empathy, sound judgement, and a passion for supporting our people and culture

Provide day-to-day HR support including employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and compliance; address employee concerns, conduct preliminary workplace investigations, and coach leaders on performance, corrective action, feedback, and communication best practices

Conduct and document workplace investigations involving employee relations concerns, policy violations, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct allegations

Support hourly recruiting efforts, including coordinating offers, new hire orientation and onboarding in partnership with Talent Acquisition

Serve as the primary HR contact for temporary workforce administration, including onboarding, attendance concerns, performance feedback, and conversion activities

Partner with production leaders to assess staffing gaps and workforce planning needs

Monitor attendance trends and partner with leaders to address absenteeism and tardiness concerns through coaching, corrective action, and employee support programs

Support compliance with wage and hour regulations, including timekeeping practices, overtime administration, and payroll-related inquiries

Champion engagement efforts to drive a positive company culture, including but not limited to leading the Peer Coach Committee and Safety Committee

Support employee recognition and appreciation programs that reinforce company values and promote workforce engagement

Track turnover trends, conduct exit interviews, and partner on retention strategies

Partner with EHS to support workplace safety initiatives, safety orientation, compliance training, training documentation, injury/incident reporting, and investigations

Support organizational change initiatives, workforce transitions, and communication efforts to drive employee understanding and engagement

Administer leave of absence programs (FMLA, STD, etc.)

HRIS data entry, reporting, and personnel file maintenance

Prepare HR metrics for leadership such as turnover, absenteeism, headcount, and workforce trends

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Conduct periodic audits of personnel files, HR processes, and employment records to ensure compliance and data integrity.

Collaborate with HR team and local plant leadership to ensure consistency in company procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Human Resources as a Human Resources Generalist or Manager, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

A combination of education and relevant HR experience will be considered; a bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is a plus, but not required

Strong working knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO)

Experience managing employee relations and supporting hourly workforce

Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office suite

Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manager multiple tasks and adapt quicky in a dynamic environment

Working Conditions

May be prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer

May include frequent walking through our production facility

Travel

0-5%

HMS Networks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMS Networks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at all facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.