Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Main Areas of Responsibility

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• Help build and maintain a workplace culture centered around our values of "Yes We Can," "Good Enough Isn't," and "How Can I Help" through employee recognition, company events, communication, and building strong relationships throughout the organization.
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• Own and administer the Company's payroll, benefits administration, leave programs, workers' compensation, disability administration, and employee support processes while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service to employees.
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• Coordinate employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, open enrollment, employee education, and communication with benefit providers.
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• Coordinate recruiting activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, onboarding, and new hire orientation to ensure a consistent hiring experience.
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• Partner with managers and leadership to support employee relations, performance management, compensation administration, coaching, investigations, and other HR matters while providing practical recommendations and solutions.
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• Maintain personnel files, HR records, the employee handbook, HR policies, and standard operating procedures while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
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• Monitor employment law changes and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and HR practices that support compliance and the continued growth of the Company.
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• Develop employee communications, HR training, and recognition programs that strengthen communication, reinforce Company values, and support employee development.
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• Plan and coordinate company events, employee appreciation activities, office celebrations, and visitor experiences that contribute to a positive workplace culture.
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• Improve HR processes, documentation, systems, and administrative practices to better support employees, managers, and the continued growth of the Company.
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• Coordinate relationships with payroll providers, benefit providers, and other HR vendors as needed.
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• Provide an engaged, proactive, and "roll up your sleeves" approach, taking ownership of responsibilities and driving initiatives forward with minimal oversight.
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• Not all duties are noted here, and others may be assigned.
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Key Competencies

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• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility throughout the organization.
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• High-energy, approachable, dependable, and responsive professional who enjoys working with people.
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• Strong judgment with the ability to research issues, develop practical solutions, and make sound recommendations.
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• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, and leadership.
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• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, take ownership, and follow through on commitments.
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• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
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• Positive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement and a strong cultural fit.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
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• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience supporting multiple areas of HR.
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• Experience administering payroll, benefits, employee relations, recruiting, and HR compliance.
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• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
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• Experience administering performance management and compensation processes preferred.
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• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (ADP experience preferred).
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• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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• Spanish language skills preferred but not required.
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• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus but not required.
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Work Environment Related

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• Position will at times require work beyond 40 hours per week, particularly during payroll processing, benefit enrollment, performance review cycles, and other peak business periods.
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• This role requires regular interaction with employees throughout both office and manufacturing environments while maintaining a visible, approachable presence and balancing administrative responsibilities with employee support.
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• This role will be on site in our Elkridge, MD office- at a minimum 4 days a week in office.
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• Compensation - $65,000–$95,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
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