Plant HR Generalist: Payroll, Benefits & Employee Relations

Ardagh Group; Pevely (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 5%

Paid holidays and vacation

STD/LTD disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apprenticeship programs

Professional development via ERGs

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking an HR Generalist at our Pevely, MO facility to support day-to-day HR operations and assist the Plant HR Manager. The role includes payroll processing for hourly and salaried staff, benefits administration, employee relations, and HRIS maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years HR experience, knowledge of FMLA/benefits/payroll, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 5% may be required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years HR experience.
• Experience with FMLA, benefits administration, and payroll processing.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Support Plant HR Manager and leadership with day-to-day HR operations.
• Administer payroll for hourly union workforce and assist with salaried payroll adjustments.
• Manage accruals, absenteeism in the timekeeping system, and employee data.
• Investigate and help resolve employee relations issues and recommend corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, EEO, affirmative action, and OSHA.
• Maintain HRIS data, benefits files, and confidential information for leadership.
• Plan employee events and support plant leadership in committees as needed.
• Support environmental and food safety compliance within HR processes.

Skills

HR experience

Confidential information handling

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Employee relations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

PHR or SPHR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ardagh Group is seeking an HR Generalist at our Pevely, MO facility to support day-to-day HR operations and assist the Plant HR Manager. The role includes payroll processing for hourly and salaried staff, benefits administration, employee relations, and HRIS maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years HR experience, knowledge of FMLA/benefits/payroll, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 5% may be required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.