HR Generalist - Employee Relations & Recruiting

Summary Human Resources Generalist - Salary Range: $71,000 - $124,000/ Yr.
We’re not just looking for people for the production floor. The Human Resources Generalist performs duties on a professional level in some or all of the following functional areas: recruiting/hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, employee relations, workers’ compensation, safety, compensation, organizational development, performance management, policy implementation, HRIS/systems, communications, training, EEO and affirmative action. The HRG works under general supervision to support the Human Resources Department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Benefits Management Coordinate a variety of employee benefits: health insurance, life insurance, EAP, cafeteria plan, profit sharing, 401(k), discount tickets, company lunches, social functions, employee giving campaign, etc. Handle or refer health insurance issues.
Assist with compensation and employee surveys.
Hiring/Onboarding Execute recruiting efforts including, but not limited to: entering requisitions in the system, candidate searches, job fairs, community functions, testing, interviewing, preparing offer packages, pre-employment checks, approvals, coordinate and facilitate orientation, onboarding, reporting, vendor relations, etc.
Responsible for hiring process vendor relationship management (including temporary and contract worker agencies, uniforms providers, pre-employment checks providers, etc.; coordinate and maintain contracts, reconcile billing, ensure systems are updated, run reports, perform audits, make adjustments as necessary). Maintain ongoing relationships with employment agencies to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates.
Legal/Compliance Implement and administer employee policies and procedures. Maintain regulatory compliance of employee postings.
Employee Relations/Performance Management Conduct HR‑related investigations to include: gathering and analyzing facts, applying relevant laws and policies and practices, to reach conclusions and recommended actions, partnering with HR management and labor attorneys as needed.
Provide expertise and case management of employee issues, from initial intake to resolution, in collaboration with HR management.
Interpret and apply understanding of company practices, policies, and employment law to provide advice, mentorship, or clarification for employee issues.
Prepare internal employee communications regarding compensation, benefits, and/or company policies.
Organizational Development Analyze and recommend topics for supervisor training.
Develop, coordinate and carry out training programs for employees, supervisors, and management.
Train and provide support to HR team members.
Workers / Compensation / Safety Responsible for managing all aspects of workers’ compensation, including input/track claims, follow‑up on open cases, investigations, vendor relations, claims reviews and reporting.
workers’ compensation, personal, FMLA, etc.).
Communicate/notify internal HR, payroll or other internal departments as needed.
Keep abreast of new and/or changing leave laws as they relate to company operations; recommend updates/revisions to policies, procedures, templates, forms, etc. as needed to HR management.
General Requirements Collect and analyze HR data in order to make recommendations to management. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
Administer human resources policies and procedures according to company standards. Implement HR best practices and relevant employment laws/regulations in recommendations.
Provide high‑quality advice and service to management on daily employee relations and performance management issues.
Support the HR department in implementing programs to help improve the employee experience.
Serve as backup for other Generalists and Manager.
Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escape any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.
Minimum Qualifications Expertise in HR policies and procedures.
Comprehensive understanding of HR best practices and federal, state and local employment laws/regulations including leave administration, ADA, accommodations and investigations, such as harassment.
Strong knowledge of hiring processes.
Working knowledge in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
HRIS experience including reporting.
Strong business and HR acumen; sound judgment, critical evaluation, analysis and problem‑solving abilities.
Customer‑focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and manage several projects concurrently.
Desired Qualifications Human Resources certifications (e.g., Advanced knowledge in MS Office suite, specifically Excel.
HRIS experience using Paycom.
Experience leading business process improvement and systems implementation.
Spanish language proficiency.
Education Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four‑year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Major Human Resources Management
Language Skills Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.
Mathematical Skills Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. May need to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. and computer use is frequent. No exposure to moving mechanical parts, hazardous chemicals, extreme heat or cold, electrical shock, or outside weather conditions.

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