HR Generalist

Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Job Summary Plant Design I/O is seeking an HR Generalist to support the day-to-day human resources needs of our growing engineering and software consulting business. This position will serve as a primary point of contact for employees and will be responsible for recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, policy coordination, and other people-related activities. The HR Generalist will work closely with company leadership and coordinate with ADP TotalSource and other external service providers for benefits, payroll, compliance, and specialized HR support. The role is intended to establish a consistent, accessible, and professional HR function for employees while helping Plant Design I/O develop scalable people processes as the company grows. The ideal candidate is approachable, highly organized, discreet, and capable of independently handling routine HR matters while recognizing when an issue requires escalation or assistance from company leadership or an external HR professional. This is an on-site position in Gonzales, Louisiana. Responsibilities Serve as a primary point of contact for employees regarding routine HR questions, policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace matters. Support employee relations by listening to employee concerns, documenting issues appropriately, coordinating follow-up, and escalating matters when necessary. Coordinate recruiting activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and hiring documentation. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and support an organized and responsive recruiting process. Coordinate new-hire onboarding and orientation to provide employees with a consistent and professional introduction to the company. Coordinate employee offboarding activities and maintain appropriate documentation. Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation. Coordinate HR-related activities with ADP TotalSource, including employee information, benefits, payroll-related matters, and available HR support resources. Assist employees with benefits-related questions and connect employees with appropriate ADP or external resources when specialized assistance is required. Support the administration and consistent application of company policies and procedures. Assist leadership with developing, documenting, implementing, and communicating HR policies and processes. Track employee documentation, required acknowledgments, training records, and other HR administrative requirements. Support employee performance-management processes by coordinating documentation, review cycles, and related administrative activities. Assist with employee communications involving HR programs, policies, benefits, and organizational changes. Maintain appropriate confidentiality when handling employee, compensation, disciplinary, medical, and other sensitive information. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee communications, onboarding, recordkeeping, and the overall employee experience. Coordinate with external HR, legal, benefits, payroll, and other professional resources when additional expertise is required. Perform other HR and administrative activities as required to support the company's continued growth. Requirements 3+ years of professional human resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role. Practical experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, and HR administration. Experience communicating directly with employees regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace matters. Ability to handle sensitive employee information with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and follow matters through to completion. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Sound judgment and the ability to distinguish routine HR matters from issues requiring management, legal, or specialized HR involvement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn HR information systems and other business applications. Ability to work effectively with employees at different levels of the organization. Ability to work on-site in Gonzales, Louisiana. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Experience working in a small or growing organization where HR responsibilities span multiple functional areas. Experience supporting engineering, consulting, professional services, technology, construction, or industrial organizations. Experience with ADP or another HRIS/payroll platform. Experience working with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) or outsourced HR provider. Experience supporting recruiting for technical, engineering, or professional positions. Experience assisting with employee-relations matters and workplace investigations. SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar professional HR certification. What Success Looks Like Employees have a consistent and accessible HR contact for questions, concerns, and routine people-related matters. Recruiting activities are organized, responsive, and effectively support company staffing requirements. New employees experience a professional and consistent onboarding process. Employee concerns are documented, followed up on, and appropriately escalated rather than remaining unresolved. HR records and employee documentation are accurate, organized, confidential, and current. ADP TotalSource and other outside resources are effectively utilized rather than unnecessarily duplicating specialized services internally. HR policies and procedures are clearly communicated and applied consistently. Leadership has reliable HR support and is no longer required to personally administer routine employee-facing HR activities. HR processes become increasingly structured and scalable as the company grows. We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr