HR Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to a manufacturing facility, serving as the primary onsite HR resource. This role requires strong HR expertise, exceptional employee service, and the ability to partner effectively with site leadership. The HR Generalist will manage employee relations, HR compliance, timekeeping, leave administration, and day to day HR operations while maintaining a visible and approachable presence within the plant. 

Contract: 6 months (possible extension)
Schedule: Mon-Friday 8am-5pm
Pay: $22/hr
Location: On-site - Tarboro, NC 27886

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

The Know Your Rights poster is available here:

The pay transparency policy is available here:

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Additional Skills

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations:

- Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and provide consistent, high quality customer service.

- Maintain an open-door approach and high visibility for workers.

- Conduct investigations, collect statements, document findings, and escalate appropriately.

- Coach and guide managers on policy interpretation, performance concerns, and employee related decisions.

HR Operations & Administration: 

- Manage daily HR administrative tasks, including documentation, data accuracy, and recordkeeping.

- Handle leave administration including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other LOA processes.

- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and company HR policies.

Timekeeping & Systems:

- Administer and troubleshoot timekeeping functions using UKG or similar HRIS systems.

- Ensure accurate employee time records and follow-up on discrepancies.

Partnering with Leadership: 

- Work closely with plant management to ensure accountability and consistent application of HR standards.

- Provide proactive HR support on workforce needs, employee concerns, and policy matters.

- Help managers prioritize HR tasks and navigate competing demands effectively.

Compliance & Workplace Culture: 

- Ensure compliance with employment laws, HR policy, and facility procedures.

- Collaborate with Safety personnel on workplace incidents (workers’ compensation is primarily handled by the Safety team).

- Support a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

- 3+ years of Human Resources experience, ideally in manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments.

- Experience working in or supporting a union environment is helpful.

- Solid knowledge of HR laws and practices including ADA, FMLA, LOA administration, and general employment law.

- Experience with HRIS/timekeeping platforms, preferably UKG.

- Strong ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

- Confident decision-making skills, including the ability to appropriately say “no” and enforce policy.

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to take direction well.

- Professionalism, discretion, and strong ethical standards.