Human Resources Generalist - Bremerton

Human Resources Generalist - Bremerton

The HR Generalist supports daily Human Resources operations for the assigned location by serving as the point of contact for employees, managers, and temporary labor providers, and HR-related processes. This position supports activities related to recruiting coordination, onboarding, employee support, benefits guidance, leave administration coordination, and HR systems support, and general HR operations. This role partners with HR leadership and internal stakeholders to support compliance with company policies, applicable employment laws, and organizational initiatives while ensuring responsive customer service to employees and operational departments. The HR Generalist facilitates and coordinates HR-related processes but does not serve as the sole administrator or owner of corporate benefits, leave, payroll, or centralized HR programs.

Knowledge of general Human Resources principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of recruiting, onboarding, and employee support processes Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, PFMLA, and EEO requirements Knowledge of HR systems, Microsoft Office applications, and general office procedures Knowledge of company policies, timekeeping practices, and employee procedures Knowledge of temporary labor coordination processes preferred Skilled in communicating professionally with employees, management, vendors, and applicants Skilled in coordinating multiple HR-related activities and priorities simultaneously Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately Skilled in responding to employee questions and directing individuals to appropriate resources Skilled in organizing records, documentation, and administrative processes accurately Skilled in supporting recruiting and onboarding activities, including interview coordination and orientation support Skilled in preparing reports, correspondence, and HR-related documentation Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to maintain professionalism and effective working relationships with all levels of personnel Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment with changing business demands Ability to identify issues, research information, and escalate concerns appropriately Ability to adapt to operational and staffing changes Ability to support both employees and operational leadership in a customer-service-oriented environment Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred Associate degree with related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Minimum of two (2) years of related Human Resources, administrative, recruiting, or employee support experience preferred Experience in supporting onboarding, recruiting coordination, or employee services preferred Experience in working in a manufacturing, industrial, shipyard, or union environment preferred PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification preferred but not required Experience with HRIS platforms such as SuccessFactors or PeopleSoft preferred Experience coordinating temporary labor staffing or onboarding activities preferred Adaptability: Anticipates and effectively handles change. Willingly accepts new ideas. Collaboration: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Seeks and values others' opinions. Communication: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. Results Driven: Effectively manages time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently and in line with priorities. Initiative: Proactively identifies a need, takes responsibility, and acts on it without being prompted. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Identifies problems, solves them, acts decisively, and shows good judgement.

Support day-to-day Human Resources operations Serve as a local point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR-related questions and processes Support recruiting, onboarding, orientation, and employee support activities Coordinate with HR leadership, hiring managers, temporary labor providers, and external vendors as needed Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and employment regulations Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information Assist employees with general HR-related questions and direct individuals to appropriate resources when necessary Support onboarding activities, including orientation coordination and new hire documentation processes Coordinate interview scheduling, recruiting support activities, and communication with candidates and hiring managers Maintain internal and external job postings and assist with recruiting events or hiring initiatives Support temporary labor coordination activities and communication with staffing providers Assist with employee documentation, reporting, records management, and administrative activities Support benefits, leave, payroll, and employee services processes through coordination and employee guidance Assist with training coordination, employee communications, and HR-related event activities Support HR systems activities and maintain accurate personnel-related records Respond to employee and management inquiries in a timely and professional manner Employee inquiries are responded to accurately and within established timelines Onboarding and orientation activities are completed in a timely manner Recruiting coordination activities support operational staffing needs and hiring timelines HR documentation and records are maintained accurately and confidentially Temporary labor coordination activities are completed in alignment with operational requirements and company procedures Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, speak, hear, and operate office equipment Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move office materials and supplies Ability to walk throughout the office, production, and shipyard environments as needed May occasionally board vessels, enter production areas, and wear required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toed footwear Ability to work in industrial environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and conditions as required Reports to HR Manager Works closely with employees, supervisors, hiring managers, staffing agencies, and HR partners Coordinates with operational leadership and external vendors in support of HR and staffing activities Regular, reliable attendance is required Must maintain confidentiality of employee and company information Must comply with all company safety, security, and regulatory requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain required site access credentials, including DBIDS or CAC access if applicable Must become familiar with and comply with the Employee Handbook and Standards of Business Ethics and Conduct Additional duties may be assigned in support of business operations