HR Generalist

About the role

The HR Generalist plays a crucial role in supporting the Human Resources team at Mach Industries. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, this individual is responsible for managing various administrative tasks and fostering a positive employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HRIS and related systems.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports and metrics for leadership decision-making.
• Partner to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, leave administration, and workplace postings.
• Aid in internal audits and regulatory reporting.
• Support policy updates and communicate changes effectively to employees.
• Serve as a primary initial point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Provide clear, timely, and professional responses to employees while maintaining confidentiality.
• Escalate complex issues to HR leadership as appropriate.
• Cook up and lead new hire orientation sessions to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.
• Manage onboarding documentation and ensure compliance with all required forms and processes.
• Partner with managers to deliver a positive and engaging employee experience.
• Coordinate and lead recognition programs and employee engagement activities.
• Support the development of creative initiatives to foster inclusion, collaboration, and morale.
• Maintain working knowledge of benefits administration and HR systems.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to recommend process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of HR experience with exposure to multiple HR disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Human Resources practices and principles.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace.