Manufacturing HR Generalist — Onboarding & Payroll

Tailored Adhesives; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailored Adhesives seeks an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR functions across the organization, focusing on recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, HRIS/payroll, training, and compliance.

In a fast-paced manufacturing environment, balance employee support with policy, maintain confidentiality, and drive HR initiatives to support business goals. Strong organizational skills and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years HR experience; manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, HRIS/payroll, training, and compliance.
• Coordinate pre-employment checks, background checks, drug screenings, and offers.
• Maintain HR records, ensure confidentiality, and support policy administration.
• Assist with payroll/timekeeping, training, investigations, and performance processes.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Employee relations

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paylocity

E-Verify

Job description

Tailored Adhesives seeks an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR functions across the organization, focusing on recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, HRIS/payroll, training, and compliance.

In a fast-paced manufacturing environment, balance employee support with policy, maintain confidentiality, and drive HR initiatives to support business goals. Strong organizational skills and multitasking are essential.