Human Resources Generalist - Bilingual

Action Personnel, Inc.; Boones Mill (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Personnel, Inc. is hiring a bilingual Human Resources Generalist to support recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and workforce development in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of HR experience, is fluent in English and Spanish, and has ADP Workforce Now experience. Manufacturing HR background and handling a large hourly workforce are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of Human Resources experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now required.
• Manufacturing, production, or distribution HR experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting a large hourly workforce preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR practices, and employee relations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations: Serve as a resource for employee questions and concerns, conduct workplace investigations, and coach supervisors on policies and employee relations matters.
• Recruiting & Onboarding: Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly positions, conduct interviews and pre-employment screenings, and coordinate new hire orientation.
• HR Administration: Process new hires, terminations, transfers, and employee status changes in ADP. Maintain accurate personnel files and HR documentation.
• Benefits & Leave Administration: Assist with benefits enrollment, open enrollment, employee benefit questions, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation claims.
• Compliance & Policies: Maintain I-9 documentation, support employment law compliance, assist with audits and reporting, and help enforce company policies and procedures.
• Training & Development: Coordinate required compliance, safety, and employee development training. Maintain training records and assist with performance review processes.
• Manufacturing Workforce Support: Partner with production leadership on staffing needs, attendance concerns, workforce planning, and employee issues across multiple shifts.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Employee relations

HR compliance

Recruiting & onboarding

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in HR/Business Administration

SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is a plus

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

• Base Pay $25.00 - $30.00 / Hour

Description

Action Personnel is hiring a Human Resources Generalist!

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys working closely with employees and leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are seeking a hands-on, bilingual HR Generalist to support recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and workforce development.

The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, knowledgeable in employment laws, and comfortable supporting a diverse, high-volume hourly workforce. Experience with ADP Workforce Now and a manufacturing environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations: Serve as a resource for employee questions and concerns, conduct workplace investigations, and coach supervisors on policies and employee relations matters.

Recruiting & Onboarding: Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly positions, conduct interviews and pre-employment screenings, and coordinate new hire orientation.

HR Administration: Process new hires, terminations, transfers, and employee status changes in ADP. Maintain accurate personnel files and HR documentation.

Benefits & Leave Administration: Assist with benefits enrollment, open enrollment, employee benefit questions, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation claims.

Compliance & Policies: Maintain I-9 documentation, support employment law compliance, assist with audits and reporting, and help enforce company policies and procedures.

Training & Development: Coordinate required compliance, safety, and employee development training. Maintain training records and assist with performance review processes.

Manufacturing Workforce Support: Partner with production leadership on staffing needs, attendance concerns, workforce planning, and employee issues across multiple shifts.

Qualifications

At least 3 years of Human Resources experience.

Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

Experience with ADP Workforce Now required.

Manufacturing, production, or distribution HR experience strongly preferred.

Experience supporting a large hourly workforce preferred.

Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR practices, and employee relations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.

This is a hands-on HR role that requires regular interaction with employees and leadership throughout a manufacturing facility. Candidates must be comfortable walking the production floor, working in an environment with noise and varying temperatures, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Flexibility to support employees across multiple shifts, including occasional off-shift interactions, is required.

Adherence to food manufacturing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) is also required.

What Makes a Great Fit?

The successful candidate will be an approachable, solutions-oriented HR professional who values employee engagement while maintaining accountability and consistent policy enforcement. The ability to build trust, communicate effectively with a diverse workforce, and balance employee needs with business objectives is essential.

Interested?

Summary

This position is Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm.