Human Resources Generalist

NEXXTA is a U.S.-based manufacturing partner with four Great Lakes facilities delivering precision, speed, and scale. We serve industry leaders across transportation, energy, medical, and defense, offering tariff-free production, open capacity, and rapid ramp-up. With in-house R&D and engineering, we help customers strengthen supply chains and build confidently in America. SUMMARY OF POSITION The Human Resources Generalist will provide support in functional areas of the human resources department by coordinating recruitment efforts for entry level positions, conducting employee onboarding and orientation, receiving and acting on employee complaints, administering employee records, recommending and coordinating employee training activities, and administering benefits. JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping human resource information confidential. Create and support positive team morale and environment. Provide customer service to employees by answering questions regarding policies, procedures, and benefits, and directing them to the appropriate resource for additional assistance. Furnish information regarding employees to authorized sources. Maintain personnel and training files including applicable filing. Assume responsibility for new hire onboarding documentation including new personnel files. Coordinate recruitment for entry level positions which may include direct hires or the placement of temporary employees (i.e., applicant sourcing & tracking; interview scheduling; running background checks). Review position specifications & recommend and pursue options for recruitment sources to find the best candidates matching the position requirements. Coordinate and conduct new hire orientations for all levels of new hires. Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding for production level employees, including temporary workers. Process employee terminations. Track and administer the FMLA policy within the guidelines set forth by applicable federal and state regulations. Follow-up and provide timely feedback on unemployment requests. Assist with the creation and updates of HR documentation (recruiting aids, training materials, etc.). Assist in maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. Track employee training within HRIS system. Assist with special projects, such as completing benefit and salary surveys. Actively promote a positive safety culture, lead the safety committee, and assist with safety initiatives. Assist with company function coordination including service awards, company parties, and charitable fundraisers. Participate in initiatives to better the community in which we work and live. Assist with employee recognition. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Bachelor's degree in human resources is preferred Three or more years related HR experience required, highly preferably in a manufacturing environment; additional experience may substitute for education. Experience with recruiting is required; experience recruiting light industrial & specialized/technical manufacturing roles highly preferred. Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills will be needed. The candidate must be able to establish priorities, successfully juggle those multiple priorities and deadlines, and consistently communicate progress and outcomes achieved. Enjoy working with a wide range of personalities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Must be an articulate, reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-minded individual with a "can do attitude". Proficiency in administrative programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments. Demonstrates a professional and mature demeanor at all times, working in a positive and professional manner with internal/external contacts. Ability to deal with people in a patient and positive manner. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a highly discreet manner. General knowledge of various employment laws and practices. Experience with HRIS/ATS systems required. #J-18808-Ljbffr