Bilingual HR Generalist

Job Description About the Opportunity A well-established global automotive manufacturing organization is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist (English / Spanish) to support its Louisville manufacturing operation. This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced plant environment, enjoys direct employee interaction, and is comfortable balancing employee relations, compliance, recruiting, and payroll support for an hourly workforce. The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organized, approachable, and experienced supporting manufacturing or industrial operations. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR contact for hourly employees and supervisors regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, attendance, and employee concerns Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing and operations positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination, offers, and onboarding Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding for plant employees Support employee relations matters including coaching, conflict resolution, investigations, disciplinary actions, attendance management, and documentation Assist with hourly payroll processing, timekeeping review, attendance tracking, and payroll discrepancy resolution Partner with supervisors and operations leadership to ensure payroll accuracy and timely employee issue resolution Support benefits administration, leave management, workers’ compensation coordination, and employee questions Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies Track workforce metrics including attendance, turnover, headcount, and hiring activity Coordinate training initiatives including compliance, safety, and employee development programs Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and personnel documentation Support employee engagement initiatives, communication efforts, retention programs, and culture-building activities Provide translation/interpreter support for Spanish-speaking employees as needed Assist with HR process improvements, audits, and special projects QualificationsRequired: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) 3+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience Fluent in both English and Spanish Experience supporting an hourly manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or distribution workforce Experience with hourly payroll processing, timekeeping systems, and attendance management Knowledge of employment law including FMLA, ADA, EEOC, workers’ compensation, and general HR compliance Experience handling employee relations issues and workplace investigations Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/payroll systems Preferred: Automotive manufacturing experience Experience in high-volume hourly recruiting Familiarity with Kronos, UKG, ADP, or similar payroll/timekeeping systems SHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation package, benefits, and long-term career growth opportunity with a stable global manufacturing organization. You should be proficient in: Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr Bluegrass Skilled Trades