HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

This position is responsible for providing support and leadership to the assigned business partners and employees in employee relations, leave administration, staffing, payroll, training, policy interpretation and communication. The HR Generalist will engage in both strategic and tactical human resources functions for Sharp Packaging Services Conshohocken Campus and ensure compliance with all corporate-related policies as well as all applicable government laws and regulations. This is a fully on‑site position supporting a fast‑paced manufacturing and life sciences operation. For the right candidate, this is a chance to play a highly visible and impactful role within a well‑established Life Sciences organization that continues to grow and evolve. As a Human Resources Generalist, you will serve as a trusted partner to leaders and employees alike, providing hands‑on HR support across employee relations, labor and leave administration, time and attendance, recruiting, policy guidance, and HR process improvement in a unionized, operational environment.

100% On‑Site. High‑Impact Role – Be fully embedded in the business and make a visible difference every day.

Responsibilities Maintains constant awareness of general employee issues/concerns and recommends solutions to management to ensure positive morale and a collaborative/supportive work environment.

Actively interprets, implements and guides on policies and procedures.

Represents the HR function in advising management of employee‑relation issues and recommends proper resolutions.

Assists Supervisors and Managers in the construction, approval and administration of coaching and counseling programs.

Operates with a Continuous Improvement mindset and actively identifies opportunities for improvement in process and experience (employee, manager and/or candidate).

Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

Manages FMLA claims and coordinates STD/LTD.

Administers union attendance policy, point system, timecards, time off requests, leave requests and annual vacation process.

Supports full life cycle recruitment process from an HR Administrative perspective, interviewing, assessing, and supporting the selection process to fill vacant positions for exempt, hourly and union positions.

Manages relationship and daily contact with temporary agencies to ensure personnel requirements are met.

Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward company goals.

Ensures data integrity throughout Workday HRIS System.

Responds to sensitive and confidential issues and concerns raised by all levels of employees in a confidential, timely, and objective manner.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or equivalent knowledge; PHR/SPHR preferred.

Minimum 3–6 years Human Resources Generalist experience.

Experience in employee relations, leave administration, payroll, HRIS and recruitment.

Experience providing HR support to operations/manufacturing employees and management groups.

Manufacturing or similar work environment experience strongly preferred.

Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize data for complex decision making.

Prior experience in change management implementing programs, policies or related changes.

Thorough understanding of employment and labor laws; prior union environment experience preferred.

Proven track record of confident, yet collaborative decision making.

Self‑motivated and able to work independently.

Flexibility to respond to work requirements in a 24/7 operation.

Demonstrated work history of increasing responsibility.

Comfortable in being highly hands‑on yet with “big picture” application.

Strong skills in MS Word and Excel; prior experience with Workday preferred.

Experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or UKG Dimensions timekeeping a plus.

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