Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to serve as the primary Human Resources representative for a manufacturing facility in Houston. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys working autonomously, building strong relationships across all levels of an organization, and making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

This position will act as the sole onsite HR resource, partnering closely with leadership while supporting a diverse employee population. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating independently, handling both strategic and tactical HR responsibilities, and serving as a trusted advisor to employees and management.

This role offers strong growth potential for an individual interested in expanding their HR leadership responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the site
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations matters
• Build strong working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
• Support employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives
• Partner with business leaders to support organizational goals

Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Manage employee relations matters and workplace investigations
• Support performance management and employee development activities
• Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Coordinate employee training and compliance programs
• Manage background checks and employment verifications

Payroll Administration:

• Process weekly payroll for hourly employees
• Process semi-monthly payroll for salaried employees
• Review payroll information for accuracy and completeness
• Run month-end payroll reports
• Assist employees with payroll-related questions and concerns
• Support timekeeping administration and payroll compliance activities

Benefits Administration:

• Administer employee benefit programs
• Support annual open enrollment activities
• Assist with leave administration, including FMLA
• Coordinate workers' compensation reporting and claim administration
• Support retirement and 401(k) administration

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions
• Create and post job advertisements
• Source, screen, and interview candidates
• Coordinate hiring processes and prepare job offers
• Maintain recruiting metrics and reporting
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs

HR Reporting & Administration:

• Maintain HRIS records and employee data
• Generate and analyze HR reports and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Maintain employee files and HR documentation
• Support policy development and updates
• Assist with workforce planning and organizational reporting
• Coordinate employee events and recognition programs

Qualifications:

Required:

• 3-5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Experience supporting multiple HR functions including employee relations, recruiting, payroll, benefits, and HR administration
• Payroll processing experience
• Full-cycle recruiting experience
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with limited day-to-day supervision
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft Office applications

Preferred:

• Manufacturing experience
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations
• Experience working as a standalone HR professional or in a small HR team
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Ideal Candidate:

• Personable and approachable
• A strong relationship-builder
• Comfortable interacting with employees at every level of the organization
• Adaptable in their communication style
• Practical and solutions-oriented
• Confident making decisions independently
• Professional without being overly corporate or rigid
• Interested in continued growth and expanded HR leadership responsibilities

Why Join?

• Opportunity to own and lead the HR function for a site location
• Diverse responsibilities across all areas of Human Resources
• High visibility with operational and business leaders
• Career growth potential
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on employees and organizational success

Pay Details: $72,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply