Plant HR Generalist

Xecutive Recruitment Inc.; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical benefits

Job summary

Xecutive Recruitment Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Plant HR Generalist to provide day-to-day HR administrative support at our manufacturing facility. The role covers two shifts, 11:00 am–8:00 pm, with a 60-minute lunch break, and serves as a main contact for plant employees.

You will handle HR paperwork, onboarding, recruitment support, and ensure compliance with policies and employment laws. The position targets entry-to-mid level professionals with 2+ years of HR experience, thriving in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources or HR administration.
• Experience in manufacturing or plant environment is a strong plus.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with HRIS systems (ADP, Epicor) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidential employee records and HRIS data.
• Process status changes and related documentation.
• Assist with benefits, payroll inquiries, and attendance.
• Support safety, training records, and postings.
• Prepare HR reports (headcount, turnover).
• Organize employee events and plant communications.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Perform general admin tasks for HR team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS (ADP, Epicor)

Job description

We are a multi-billion $ global market share leader who is very stable and growing. The position is open due to the award of new business. We have a very clean and organized plant.

We have excellent benefits and offer our employees (and families) 100% paid medical benefits.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Plant Human Resources Generalist to provide essential day-to-day HR administrative support at our manufacturing facility. This person will work across two shifts to ensure we have HR support on 2nd shift. The hours are 11:00 am - 8:00 pm with 60 minutes for lunch.

This entry-to-mid level role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of HR experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced plant environment. You will serve as a key point of contact for plant employees, handle HR paperwork and records, support onboarding and recruitment, and help maintain compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including personnel files, attendance, and HRIS data entry.
• Process employee status changes (terminations, promotions, transfers) and prepare related documentation.
• Handle day-to-day employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, time-off requests, and attendance.
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and answering basic employee questions.
• Track and report on employee attendance, overtime, and leave of absence (FMLA, medical, personal).
• Support plant safety and compliance initiatives by helping maintain training records and required postings.
• Prepare HR reports and documents as requested (headcount, turnover, etc.).
• Organize employee events, recognition programs, and plant communications.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, ordering office supplies, and supporting the HR team with special projects.
• Ensure all HR activities comply with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, HR administration, or a related administrative role (manufacturing or plant environment is a strong plus).
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Epicor, or similar) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - comfortable interacting with shop floor employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of basic employment laws and HR best practices is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial setting.