Sr. Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist Job Summary A global manufacturing organization in West Michigan is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support hourly and salaried employees in a manufacturing environment. This role provides full-spectrum human resources support including employee relations, benefits administration, payroll support, onboarding, compliance, and HR reporting. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted resource to employees and leaders, ensuring HR policies, procedures, and practices are applied consistently and in compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting where confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration are critical. HR Generalist Responsibilities Serve as a primary HR point of contact for hourly and salaried employees, responding to questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner Support supervisors and managers with employee relations matters including conflict resolution, corrective action, and workplace investigations Assist employees with inquiries related to benefits, payroll, recruitment, training, and company policies Coordinate pre-employment screenings including background checks and drug testing Conduct and coordinate new hire onboarding and in-person orientation sessions Maintain accurate employee records and data within SAP or similar HRIS systems Prepare and distribute monthly headcount and HR reporting Administer employee benefit programs including enrollments, terminations, billing reconciliation, and open enrollment support Process weekly employer 401(k) match funding and manage retirement forfeiture accounts Participate in vendor audits such as 401(k), workers’ compensation, and benefits audits Assist with weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing and serve as backup payroll administrator as needed Ensure compliance with federal and state labor law posting requirements Support company-wide employee engagement events and initiatives Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures Perform additional HR-related duties as assigned Schedule & Pay Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday Pay: $80K-$105K/YR., BOE HR Generalist Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent professional HR experience in a manufacturing environment Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources experience Payroll administration experience required Experience supporting employee relations and benefits administration Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred: Experience with SAP or similar ERP/HRIS systems Experience with ADP payroll systems Manufacturing environment experience German or Portuguese language skills Location: West Michigan Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire #J-18808-Ljbffr Express Employment Professionals - Gastonia