Senior Human Resources Generalist

Senior Human Resources Generalist
We are currently seeking candidates for a Senior Human Resources Generalist role with a growing manufacturing company located in Dedham, MA. The Senior Human Resources Generalist will serve as a key member of the HR team, overseeing payroll administration, benefits management, compliance initiatives, employee relations, and HR operational processes. This position will partner closely with company leadership to support employees while helping strengthen and scale HR infrastructure across the organization. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of human resources experience within a manufacturing environment and strong experience utilizing ADP Workforce Now.

This is a 3+ month contract position paying between $40-$50/hour (depending on experience).

This role supports a hybrid work model, consisting of 4 days on-site and 1 day remote/week . Candidates must be able to work on-site in Dedham, MA.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee payroll administration for a workforce of 60+ employees utilizing ADP, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.

• Maintain employee records, HR data integrity, and HR operational procedures while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and standardize processes.

• Administer employee benefit programs and coordinate with external partners including benefits brokers, retirement plan providers, and other HR-related vendors.

• Manage Workers’ Compensation reporting, claims administration, and employee support activities within a manufacturing environment.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, as well as benefits, insurance, and workplace safety requirements.

• Partner with managers and leadership on recruiting efforts, onboarding activities, employee retention initiatives, and performance-related matters.

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees regarding benefits, payroll, policies, employee relations, and HR programs.

• Develop and implement process improvements, documentation, and best practices that support organizational growth and strengthen the HR function.

• Provide additional support on HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:
• 5+ years of Human Resources experience with direct responsibility for payroll and benefits administration.

• Prior experience working within a manufacturing environment is required.

• Strong experience utilizing ADP; ADP Workforce Now experience highly preferred.

• Experience processing payroll for an employee population of 60+ employees.

• Hands-on experience administering Workers’ Compensation programs and coordinating with benefits brokers and 401(k) providers.

• Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance requirements, and HR operational best practices.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and employee relations skills.

• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with leadership and employees across the organization.

• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving capabilities.

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jackson at View email address on click.appcast.io