Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist?

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day HR operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership and employees to drive HR initiatives, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and promote workforce engagement across the facility. The position blends hands-on support on the production floor with strategic HR guidance and administrative execution, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being visible, accessible, and actively involved in operations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR resource for employees and supervisors across the manufacturing site, providing guidance and support on HR-related matters.

• Support full-cycle recruitment efforts, including creating job postings, screening candidates, coordinating and conducting interviews, and managing onboarding activities.

• Administer HR programs such as compensation, benefits, payroll support, and leave of absence processes to ensure accurate and timely delivery.

• Manage employee relations issues by conducting investigations, documenting findings, and providing coaching and guidance to leadership and employees.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data, including hires, terminations, status changes, and other personnel actions.

• Assist with performance management processes, including performance evaluations, corrective actions, and talent development initiatives.

• Support training initiatives such as new hire onboarding, compliance training, and ongoing development programs for employees and supervisors.

• Partner with safety and environmental health and safety teams to support workplace safety initiatives and compliance requirements.

• Participate in employee engagement efforts, communication initiatives, and plant-wide programs to promote a positive work culture.

• Provide managers with guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent and fair application.

• Assist with HR audits, reporting, and special HR projects as needed to support continuous improvement of HR processes.

• Perform HR administration and data entry tasks, including maintaining HR systems and supporting general administrative needs for the HR function.

• Utilize HR systems and tools, including HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications, to manage information and generate reports.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 2-5+ years of human resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

• Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, investigations, and performance management.

• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Workday, ADP, Paylocity, or similar platforms.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and support production teams.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in HR documentation and data.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.

• Experience in human resource management, HR administration, and HR support functions.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general administrative support tools.

• Experience with benefits administration, payroll support, and onboarding processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting an hourly or non-exempt workforce within a manufacturing environment.

• Exposure to safety or environmental health and safety programs in a plant setting.

• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.

• Experience working with Workday as an HRIS is preferred.

• Experience with human resources generalist responsibilities in a plant or industrial setting.

• Comfort working on the production floor and building relationships with both office and production employees.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs while maintaining high-quality HR support.

Work Environment

This role is primarily onsite in a manufacturing plant environment with regular interaction with both office staff and production employees. The position follows an on-site schedule Monday through Friday from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with some flexibility provided. The Human Resources Generalist spends time in both office and production areas to support operations and maintain visibility with the workforce. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, requiring comfort working around manufacturing equipment and production activities while collaborating closely with plant leadership, safety teams, and employees across all shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.