Human Resources Generalist 2

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.

Phoenix Color's® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today's competitive marketplace.

Location: 18249 Phoenix Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21742

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 - based on experience

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (At least once a week 6:00am-2:00pm)

What You'll Do:

• Support and maintain HR functions for assigned locations, including employee relations, staffing, compensation, training, safety, and change management
• Lead recruiting and onboarding efforts while ensuring consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and practices
• Provide proactive HR guidance, communication, and consultation to employees and management
• Support strategic HR programs such as employee engagement, hiring, promotions, compensation structures, and leave of absence management
• Coordinate and deliver training programs, including orientation, job skills, leadership development, and benefits education
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HRIS data while ensuring compliance with EEO, privacy standards, and fostering cross-department collaboration
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor degree in discipline related to functional work or role with 3-5 years of relevant work experience OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience.
• Solve moderately complex problems by analyzing variables, identifying anomalies, and applying sound judgment
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and clearly articulate business needs
• Demonstrate strong technical proficiency (Windows, Mac, and specialized software) and quickly adapt to new tools
• Exhibit excellent verbal and listening skills to ensure clear understanding and effective collaboration
• Apply broad knowledge of HR practices, including employment laws, recruitment, EEO/AAP, and safety policies
• Use experience and critical thinking to respond appropriately to dynamic workplace situations

What we offer:

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co-workers

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Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.