Manufacturing HR Generalist — Impact, Balance & Bonus

MDS Staffing; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Annual bonus potential

Business casual; jeans allowed

Job summary

MDS Staffing seeks an Human Resources Generalist for our manufacturing operations in Dayton, OH. The role partners with operations to handle day-to-day HR inquiries, onboarding, and employee relations while maintaining compliance and payroll support.

The position offers a dynamic, diverse work environment, with a focus on work-life balance, onsite hours, and opportunities for annual bonus potential. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing HR experience.
• Experience in benefits administration, recruitment, FMLA, compliance.
• Strong employee relations background.
• Working knowledge of FMLA and Workers' Compensation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide Employee & Operational HR support for hourly staff and production leaders.
• Partner with hiring managers to recruit and onboard hourly manufacturing roles.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to resolve issues and support payroll and records.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, policies, training, audits, leaves of absence, and safety programs.
• Lead engagement, wellness, and recognition programs and track HR metrics.

Skills

Employee relations

FMLA knowledge

Workers' Compensation

Microsoft Office

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS experience

HR Certifications

Job description

MDS Staffing seeks an Human Resources Generalist for our manufacturing operations in Dayton, OH. The role partners with operations to handle day-to-day HR inquiries, onboarding, and employee relations while maintaining compliance and payroll support.

The position offers a dynamic, diverse work environment, with a focus on work-life balance, onsite hours, and opportunities for annual bonus potential. Local candidates preferred.