Manufacturing HR Generalist: Talent & Employee Relations

Lightera; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightera in Norcross, GA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support manufacturing operations. You will partner with plant leadership on recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, benefits administration, and compliance to foster a safe, productive workplace.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a PHR, and 5+ years as the top HR professional at a large facility, with strong data analysis, communication, and teamwork skills to drive workforce planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management or business administration.
• PHR certification is required.
• 5+ years as HR management at a manufacturing facility with 200+ employees.
• Experience with employee relations and labor law.
• Experience with data reporting and HRIS systems (ADP/Vantage).

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and benefits administration.
• Ensure compliance and workforce planning.
• Assist with investigations and conflict resolution.
• Manage data in HRIS and ADP systems.
• Provide HR support across plant operations from floor to leadership.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Recruiting

Training & development

Compensation & benefits

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

ADP

HRIS

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR management or business administration

PHR certification

Tools

ADP Vantage

HRIS

Benefits portals

Safety portals

Job description

Lightera in Norcross, GA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support manufacturing operations. You will partner with plant leadership on recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, benefits administration, and compliance to foster a safe, productive workplace.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a PHR, and 5+ years as the top HR professional at a large facility, with strong data analysis, communication, and teamwork skills to drive workforce planning and