Human Resources Generalist

Human Resource GeneralistWith distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and trusted supplier of metal products including perforated, grating, mesh, expanded, and designer metals. Our products are used in applications all around you, helping to shape architectural designs, entertainment venues, and more. Family-founded and customer obsessed, we have a purpose-driven team inspired to support our customers in building America.We are looking for a proactive, service-minded HR professional to join our corporate HR team. This role will support over 325 associates across 20 locations nationwide. This role will work in a fast-paced environment and be involved in various HR functions including onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, payroll, record-keeping, file maintenance, and compliance.ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day HR administration, ensuring accurate employee records and data management.Process employee lifecycle transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, leaves, separations, and organizational updates.Maintain HRIS records, personnel files, and compliance documentation.Support employee engagement initiatives that strengthen morale, culture, retention, and team effectiveness.Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, leave programs, and workplace resources.Administer leave of absence programs, coordinating documentation, tracking, return-to-work activities, and compliance requirements.Coordinate benefits administration activities and support annual enrollment programs and employee education sessions.Support audits related to 401k, payroll, I-9 documentation, employee records, and other compliance requirements.Assist with workers' compensation claims, including reporting, documentation, tracking, and coordination with claim representatives.Coordinate onboarding programs, new hire orientations, informational meetings, and employee communications.Partner with managers to support performance management.Maintain HR communication boards and wellness information.Process payroll as a secondary resource as needed.Contribute to special projects and other HR initiatives as needed.QualificationsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.3-5 years of Human Resources experience with a broad range of professional responsibilities including extensive experience supporting HR operations, payroll, benefits, leave administration, and HR compliance activities.Knowledge of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.Exceptional in maintaining confidential employee records and handling sensitive information.Advanced proficiency with technology including HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.Comfortable working in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative and resourceful with a focus on creating a positive employee experience.Highly organized and exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.Experience supporting a manufacturing, distribution, or other operations environment preferred.At McNICHOLS we reward our team with quarterly incentives, great health and wellness benefits, generous 401k matching, 15 days of PTO, as well as 100% company paid life insurance, disability, wellness, and financial health benefits.