HR Generalist

Description About the Role We are seeking an organized, approachable, and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to manage daily HR operations across our facility. In this hands-on role, you will handle core HR functions - ranging from payroll processing and benefits administration to talent acquisition, onboarding, and compliance tracking. Tying together daily administrative accuracy with employee support, you will play a central role in maintaining a positive, compliant, and well-run workplace environment. Key Responsibilities Payroll & Benefits Administration Payroll Execution: Accurately perform routine tasks required to process employee payroll and maintain accurate attendance and compensation records. Benefits & Leave Management: Administer employee benefit programs, enrollment changes, and leave tracking (FMLA, disability, CTO). Recognition & Morale: Support internal employee recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and culture-building events. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Recruitment & Interviewing: Recruit and screen qualified job applicants for open positions; partner with department managers to understand specific skill needs and hiring priorities. Onboarding & Orientation: Create and deliver engaging onboarding experiences to welcome new hires, educate them on company policies, and guide them through required workplace training. Compliance, Safety & File Management Training & Certification Tracking: Review, log, and document mandatory safety training, anti-harassment programs, professional licensure, and certifications. Records Integrity: Maintain impeccable physical and digital employee files, ensuring data privacy and compliance with record-retention standards. Regulatory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices (federal, state, and local); review internal policies to ensure ongoing compliance. Employee Relations & General Support Employee Relations Support: Participate as a neutral HR representative in disciplinary meetings, investigations, and exit interviews as needed. Special Projects: Assist HR leadership with special projects, reports, and continuous process improvements. Requirements Qualifications & Skills Required: Payroll Experience: 1–3 years of hands-on payroll administration experience required. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong active listening and conflict resolution abilities. System Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to quickly master HRIS software. Organizational Excellence: Meticulous attention to detail, exceptional time management skills, and a proven track record of meeting strict deadlines. Integrity & Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive employee situations and confidential data with strict professionalism and discretion. Legal Awareness: Fundamental understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance principles. Preferred: Software: Prior experience with Paylocity software is highly preferred. Compensation & Benefits: Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 Benefits: We offer a supportive and team-oriented environment, competitive salary, vacation and holiday pay, health, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) and ROTH with company match, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus. Note: Management may assign other duties as required. Blodgett is a subsidiary of the Middleby Corporation. #J-18808-Ljbffr G S Blodgett LLC