HR Generalist - Retail Distribution Center

Position Summary

The Distribution Center HR Generalist plays a critical role in supporting a fast-paced warehouse operation by partnering closely with leadership and employees across the facility. This role requires a highly organized, resilient, and people-focused HR professional who can thrive under pressure, handle sensitive employee relations matters, and maintain professionalism in a demanding environment.

The ideal candidate must be a strong communicator, active listener, and capable of managing difficult conversations and investigations while supporting operational goals and maintaining compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support within the distribution center environment
• Handle employee relations matters, including investigations, policy violations, and workplace concerns
• Support leadership with coaching, documentation, corrective actions, and conflict resolution
• Conduct and assist with investigations involving harassment, workplace behavior, and employee complaints
• Maintain HR records, reporting, and organizational processes with strong attention to detail
• Support recruiting, onboarding, orientation, and employee engagement initiatives
• Partner with operations leadership in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment practices

Qualifications

• HR experience required
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
  
  
  
  
• Employee relations and investigation experience strongly preferred
• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in challenging situations
• Must be tough-skinned, professional, and capable of handling sensitive issues appropriately
• Strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills required
• Benefits experience is not required, and can be trained

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking someone who:

• Can build trust while maintaining accountability
• Is confident in handling difficult employee situations
• Works well in a warehouse/distribution center culture
• Can remain calm, organized, and professional in a high-volume environment
• Is adaptable and willing to work extended hours as business needs require

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to grow within a challenging and highly visible distribution environment while partnering directly with operational leadership. High Base Pay, Bonus and relocation

Interested?

Contact Drew Buess at The Newell Group
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