Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist with training Focus is responsible for supporting a variety of human resources functions, with primary responsibility for employee training, onboarding, recruitment activities, and general HR operations. The HR Generalist serves as a key resource for employees and management by ensuring effective training, workforce development, compliance, and administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Include, but are not limited to:

**Training & Development

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• Lead and facilitate new hire orientation programs, ensuring employees understand company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, and workplace expectations.

• Coordinate onboarding activities for new employees, including training schedules, documentation, introductions, and required compliance training.

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve training materials, work instructions, presentations, visual aids, job aids, and basic e-learning modules.

• Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and subject matter experts to identify training needs and implement effective training programs.

• Coordinate and schedule employee training across production, quality, safety, and administrative departments.

• Manage and administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including employee records, course assignments, reporting, and completion tracking.

• Manage the Training Request System and ensure timely processing and completion of training requests.

• Maintain accurate training records to support compliance, audits, certifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Monitor employee training progress and communicate outstanding training requirements to employees and supervisors.

• Conduct and support classroom, virtual, and on-the-job training sessions as needed.

• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on employee feedback, performance metrics, and operational needs.

• Support cross-training initiatives that improve workforce flexibility and operational efficiency.

**Recruitment & Onboarding

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• Act as a backup to Corporate Recruiter when needed, including assisting with recruiting activities, including posting job openings, screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and coordinating hiring processes.

• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing needs and maintain a positive candidate experience.

• Prepare and distribute offer letters, onboarding documentation, and new hire paperwork.

• Conduct pre-employment activities, including background checks, employment verification, and coordination of pre-employment screenings.

• Serve as a point of contact for new employees during the onboarding process and assist with successful integration into the organization.

**Human Resources Administration

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• Act as a backup Payroll Administrator when needed.

• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Assist with employee communications, policy acknowledgments, and HR programs.

• Support performance management processes, employee engagement initiatives, and workforce development activities.

• Generate reports and maintain HR metrics related to training, turnover, staffing, attendance, and employee development.

• Assist employees with HR-related questions and direct them to appropriate resources.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, labor regulations, safety requirements, and reporting obligations.

• Support HR projects, audits, continuous improvement initiatives, and special assignments as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of Human Resources, Training, Talent Development, in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, training, and HR administrative functions.

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, HRIS systems, and learning management platforms.

• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations principles preferred.

**CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING (PREFERRED)

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• SHRM-CP or PHR Certification

• Train-the-Trainer Certification

• First Aid/CPR Certification

• Continuous participation in HR and professional development training programs