Onsite HR Generalist (Contract) - Albany, OR

Aston Carter; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO/Time Off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Human Resources Generalist to support the HR Business Partner with onboarding, employee relations, data management, and HRIS administration at our Albany, OR site.

This contract role emphasizes operational HR tasks, records accuracy, analytics, and reporting to aid leadership decisions while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on process improvement and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years HR Generalist or coordinator experience.
• Strong HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Analytical mindset with reporting and metrics.
• Confidential information handling with integrity.
• Knowledge of Oregon HR laws (FMLA, paid leave) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resolving employee inquiries and concerns, escalating complex issues to the HR Business Partner as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of employee interactions, ensuring proper documentation and confidentiality.
• Support the administration of employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Coordinate with centralized recruitment teams to ensure a smooth hiring process, including communication with hiring leaders and candidates.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, and training coordination.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment requirements and timely submission of necessary documents.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Generate HR reports and metrics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Assist with the preparation of HR presentations and documentation for meetings with senior leadership.
• Support the HR Manager in administering compensation programs, including tracking changes, preparing documentation, and communicating with employees.
• Conduct basic compensation analyses to assist in ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Coordinate with the centralized benefits team to address employee inquiries and issues.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audits and compliance checks, ensuring that all necessary documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Manage the filing and organization of HR documents, both physical and digital, to maintain confidentiality and accessibility.
• Participate in HR projects, including process improvements, policy development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for HR events, such as workshops, seminars, and employee meetings.
• Collaborate with the HR Manager on special projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the HR department.

Skills

HR policies

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Analytical mindset

Independent work

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aston Carter seeks a Human Resources Generalist to support the HR Business Partner with onboarding, employee relations, data management, and HRIS administration at our Albany, OR site.

This contract role emphasizes operational HR tasks, records accuracy, analytics, and reporting to aid leadership decisions while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on process improvement and employee engagement.