Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

This hands-on Human Resources Generalist role supports a fast-growing, multi-entity organization in a high-volume environment. With more than 40 open positions and a key team member going on leave, you will own day-to-day HR operations, with a strong focus on payroll, onboarding, and compliance. You will partner closely with HR leadership to keep operations running smoothly, support employees across multiple entities and payroll cycles, and help bring structure to a busy, rapidly evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and biweekly payroll across five entities using Paychex Flex.
• Audit payroll for accuracy, identify discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and manage corrections in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate employee data within the HRIS and ensure compliance with reporting requirements, including time, sick time, and leave balances.
• Handle garnishments, unemployment claims, and employment verifications with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Support high-volume recruiting coordination, helping to schedule, track, and move candidates efficiently through the hiring process.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparation and collection of new hire and termination documentation.
• Run checks and coordinate drug screens as part of the hiring process.
• Partner with hiring managers to move candidates quickly through the interview and selection process.
• Administer benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations, and coordinate with benefits vendors as needed.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies, providing clear and timely guidance.
• Manage FMLA and other leave of absence programs across multiple states, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws in a multi-state environment.
• Maintain HR files, I-9s, and other employment records in an organized and compliant manner.
• Support process improvements, including documenting and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Act as a reliable partner to HR leadership, especially during leave coverage, by operating independently and maintaining continuity of HR operations.

Essential Skills

• Recent, hands-on experience with Paychex Flex payroll processing (non-negotiable).
• Proven experience processing multi-state payroll for at least 200 or more employees.
• Demonstrated success running high-volume payroll across multiple entities and frequent payroll cycles.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist with true, hands-on operational exposure.
• Experience managing FMLA and other leave of absence programs.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience working in a fast-paced or high-growth environment with many open requisitions and constant change.
• Ability to step into a role quickly with minimal training and operate independently.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills, especially in troubleshooting systems or process issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for partnering with employees, hiring managers, and vendors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or multi-entity organizations.
• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
• Experience with benefits invoice reconciliation.
• Exposure to HR system implementations or transitions.
• Experience creating, refining, and documenting processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• in full-cycle recruiting and recruiting support in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with employee relations in an operational or manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working in a busy, reactive environment while bringing structure and organization to HR operations.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted right-hand to HR leadership during periods of change or coverage.

Work Environment

This is a fully onsite role in a manufacturing environment. You will sit in an office building adjacent to the production site, with air conditioning and a practical, non-formal atmosphere rather than a traditional corporate setting. You will work as part of a close-knit HR team of five, including an HR director, this HR Generalist role, a team member going on leave, and two contract recruiters. The organization is experiencing rapid growth, with approximately 40 open positions and continued expansion across automotive, industrial, and related markets. The company invests heavily in its manufacturing facility and product innovation, including leadership in IoT and paint technologies. When converted to permanent employment, the organization offers a strong total rewards package that typically includes a competitive 401(k) match up to a defined percentage, multiple paid holidays including a floating holiday, and competitive health, dental, and vision benefits. The culture emphasizes growth, reinvestment, employee feedback through satisfaction surveys, and building market leadership in its space.

This is a Contract position based out of Englewood, CO.

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $45.67/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.