HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and HR-related support.
• Build positive relationships with employees and management to promote a productive work environment.
• Conduct employee relations investigations, including gathering facts, interviewing involved parties, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Support corrective action processes and performance management initiatives.
• Assist with conflict resolution and provide guidance on company policies and procedures.

Benefits Administration

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding health insurance, retirement plans, leave programs, and other company benefits.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and benefits-related documentation.
• Partner with benefits vendors and brokers to resolve employee concerns.

Payroll Support

• Serve as a resource for employee payroll questions and concerns.

• • Assist with payroll processing activities, including reviewing time records, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accurate payroll administration.
  • Coordinate with payroll providers and internal departments to address payroll-related issues.
    
    
    

  HR Operations

  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
  • Assist with onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities.
  • Support recruitment efforts, including scheduling interviews and facilitating new hire paperwork.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Participate in HR projects, employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and policy implementation.
    
    
    

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multi-site environment.
  • Experience conducting employee relations investigations.
  • Knowledge of payroll processes, benefits administration, and employment law.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

  Competencies

  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Professional judgment and decision-making skills.
    
    
    

  Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as needed.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to travel between company locations if required.
  Reports To: Human Resources Manager / Director of Human Resources