Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

West Columbia, South Carolina

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually (Actual offer will be determined by the candidate's relevant skills, education, and experience)

Information About the Company

Since 1947, The Marwin Company, a manufacturer of premium building products, including code-compliant folding attic stairways, innovative attic access solutions, and pocket door frames, has been a trusted provider of interior French and louver doors. Renowned for delivering superior quality, on-time shipments, and exceptional customer service across the nation, including Hawaii, Marwin sets the standard in energy-saving products for the residential housing industry. When quality matters, ensure it's Marwin-made.

At the heart of our operations lie our core values: Trust, Team-Oriented, Results-Driven, Unparalleled Service, Safety-Focused, and Transformational. These values guide our every decision and action, shaping our culture and driving our commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is located at Marwin's Columbia, South Carolina facility and reports directly to the Director of Human Resources. This role requires to be onsite Monday - Friday; the schedule for this role is 8:00am to 5:00pm. This role may also provide support to nearby facilities when needed. We are seeking a dynamic and process-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. If you are an excellent communicator and passionate about building a positive, human-centric workplace, we want to hear from you. In this role, you will partner with our HR team and interact with all levels of our organization to drive engagement, manage essential HR functions, and champion our company culture.

What You Will Do

As an HR Generalist, you will be the go-to resource for a wide variety of HR functions. Your responsibilities will span across compliance, employee experience, and strategic talent development.

• Core HR Operations: Execute daily HR transactions including recruiting, onboarding, payroll, status changes, and terminations. Ensure compliance with core HR operations, leave of absence (LOA) processes, and safety credentials.
• Culture & Engagement: Act as a culture champion. "Walk the floor" to remain approachable, solicit feedback, and ensure leaders balance metric-driving with empathy. Manage the Annual Employee Survey and Engagement Event Committees.
• Compliance & Accommodations: Guide employees through ADA and LOA processes, ensuring reasonable accommodations are handled appropriately. Maintain compliance with all US Labor Laws.
• Talent & Performance Management: Oversee the Annual Performance Review process. Identify high-potential talent for career pathing, address underperforming talent, and analyze turnover data to develop retention strategies.
• Training & Development: Host human-centered trainings for leaders, Inclusion & Diversity workshops, and skill-building sessions for employees. Ensure new hires receive a comprehensive Day 1 onboarding experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Attend weekly Production Meetings and GEMBA walks. Shadow departmental leaders (Managers, Supervisors, Finance) to build alliances and understand day-to-day operations.
• Community Impact: Coordinate employee engagement activities, organize local community outreach events, and highlight these efforts on company social media channels.
• Employee Relations: Review open investigations, conduct organizational health reviews, facilitate employee roundtables, and perform exit interviews to gather actionable feedback.

What You Bring to the Team

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources (or a related field) and/or equivalent experience, with a minimum of two years of related HR experience.
• Certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, and/or SPHR certification is highly preferred.
• HR Knowledge: Strong understanding of US Labor Laws, including FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, EEOC, and ADA. Prior experience developing and implementing training programs.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), ADP, and Paycom.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, a positive attitude, and the ability to provide (and receive) effective feedback.
• Work Style: A self-starter with a team-oriented mindset. You must be able to maintain high standards of confidentiality, manage time effectively under pressure, and navigate shifting priorities with a sense of urgency.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods at a time when speaking to employees in the plant.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care saving account.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and Critical Illness insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement plan (401k) with a generous company match.

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT: The Marwin Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.