HR Generalist

Human Resource Generalist

Pay Rate: $28-$32 DOE Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm Location: Portland, OR (Onsite) About the Opportunity Connect with a growing, locally-owned industry leader! Our client is a premier regional and national supplier of critical industrial equipment, engineering, consultation, and technical services. They are dedicated to excellence, innovation, and fostering a collaborative, value-driven work environment. This is an incredible onsite opportunity for a dynamic HR professional to make a meaningful impact on company culture, lead exciting HR initiatives, and support a dedicated workforce.

Job Duties

• Drive Culture: Foster core company values and promote a positive customer service experience while influencing cultural change across the organization.
• Talent Acquisition: Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborate with departmental managers to understand required skills and competencies.
• Onboarding & Compliance: Conduct background checks, verify employee eligibility, and assist with new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• HR Administration: Handle daily functions including administering compensation, benefits, leave, performance management, recognition, and occupational health and safety.
• Employee Relations: Address employment-related inquiries from staff and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate leadership; participate in disciplinary meetings, investigations, and terminations as needed.
• Process Improvement: Create and implement HR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline department workflows.
• Project Leadership: Lead various HR projects, including UKG Recruiting implementation and compliance reporting.
• Regulatory Oversight: Maintain thorough knowledge of trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in human resources and employment law to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of Human Resource Generalist experience working within a multi-state company environment.
• Legal Knowledge: Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local employment-related laws and regulations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills with a proven ability to act with integrity and confidentiality.
• Organization: Outstanding organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and strong time-management capabilities to meet tight deadlines.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Preferred Skills

• 3+ years of experience using UKG Pro with Workforce Management as an HRIS.
• SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification.

Why Join the Team? (Benefits & Perks)

• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Profit-sharing opportunities and a robust 401(k) plan.
• Strong career training, professional growth support, and tuition reimbursement.
• Personal well-being support including counseling, life coaching, and financial planning.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and legal aid assistance.
• Voluntary additional benefits (accident, hospital coverage, etc.) and an employee referral program.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $28.00 - $32.00 Per Hour