Human Resources Generalist Onsite

Eccalon, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon, LLC is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support staffing, training and compensation functions while developing and applying HR policies. The role combines administrative tasks with strategic responsibilities to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

The HR generalist will help with onboarding, HRIS data maintenance, benefits coordination, and guidance on policy interpretation, working on-site in Detroit and contributing to company-wide HR initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong problem-solving and thorough HR procedures knowledge.
• Advanced HRIS systems proficiency and MS Office use.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and interpreting personnel procedures and policies.
• Provide guidance to employees and management on HR policies and employment matters.
• Participate in developing HR objectives and systems with metrics and reports.
• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and performance programs.
• Suggest new HR procedures to improve employee experience and HR efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with local and national employment laws and update policies.
• Prepare onboarding paperwork and coordinate with cross-functional teams for a smooth first day.
• Handle onboarding, orientations, and exit interviews including HRIS data audits.
• Provide HR advisory services covering absence, performance, grievances, and change.
• Maintain employee handbook, directory, and org chart; support policy development.
• Develop recruitment plans and calendars aligned to operations and sales projections.
• Generate internal documents like offer letters, salary slips, and warnings.
• Maintain physical and digital employee records, benefits, and attendance.
• Create employee engagement plans and coordinate with budgets.
• Collaborate with vendors, management, and staff to meet CSR standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

SHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

At Eccalon the human resources (HR) team is focused on what people need and how to provide it. For a person who wants to begin a career in the exciting world of HR, this is the best place to dive in. We’re searching for a qualified and resourceful human resources generalist to support our department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The human resources generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits. The HR generalist will be responsible for creating, updating, and applying HR policies and company guidelines and making sure they adhere to standards and laws initiated by authorities.

Description

• This is NOT a remote position***

Job Description

At Eccalon the human resources (HR) team is focused on what people need and how to provide it. For a person who wants to begin a career in the exciting world of HR, this is the best place to dive in. We’re searching for a qualified and resourceful human resources generalist to support our department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The human resources generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits. The HR generalist will be responsible for creating, updating, and applying HR policies and company guidelines and making sure they adhere to standards and laws initiated by authorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations.


• Provide guidance to employees and management on HR policies, procedures, and employment matters.


• Participate in the development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements.


• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs


• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company.


• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary.


• Prepare paperwork and schedules for a smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exception first-day experience.


• Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance.


• Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters.


• Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development.


• Creating a recruitment plan and calendar according to operation and sales projections.


• Generating official internal documents such as offer letters, appointment letters, salary slips, and warning letters.


• Maintaining physical and digital files and employees and their documents, benefits, and attendance records.


• Creating employee engagement plans, getting necessary budget approval, and initiating activities


• Collaborating with outside vendors, upper management, and employees to maintain CSR standards conscripted by authorities.


• Evaluating employee performance and appraising their pay scale accordingly.


• Taking appropriate disciplinary action against employees who violate rules and regulations and addressing employee grievances.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field


• 3-5 years experience in a generalist role


• Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies


• Advanced knowledge of HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness


• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification


• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail


• Knowledge of national laws and regulations related to employment

About the Organization

Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences.

Why Join Us?

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

EOE Statement

Eccalon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

EEO is the law.