Human Resources Generalist
AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance · Houston, TX · Yesterday
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time
About the role
The Human Resources Generalist serves as a key link between employees and the organization, providing high-quality, timely HR support while helping streamline and modernize HR processes. This role supports all core HR functions, with a focus on recruiting, onboarding, compliance, training, performance management, and employee relations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the first line of support for employee questions, concerns, and general HR inquiries
- Maintain and update personnel records in the HRIS; generate employee data reports as needed
- Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and practices across the organization
- Participate in internal HR projects aimed at process improvement, documentation, and organizational culture
- Conduct full-cycle recruitment: develop job descriptions, post jobs, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and extend offers
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and position requirements
- Manage pre-employment checks and support hiring-related compliance
- Facilitate a consistent, compliant, and welcoming new hire onboarding process
- Support monthly and annual performance cycles (e.g., goal entry, feedback tracking, manager training)
- Coordinate performance review timelines and compliance
- Track completion of Monthly Focus updates and ensure data accuracy in the performance system
- Auxiliary in identifying high-potential (HIPO) employees and supporting succession planning initiatives
- Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring training assignments, completions, and reporting are maintained
- Track and document required training (e.g., safety, harassment prevention, certifications, continuing education)
- Partner with departments to maintain up-to-date learning modules and development resources
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
- Support FMLA, ADA, and other leave processes, including communication, tracking, and documentation
- Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations as needed
- Maintain working knowledge of HR best practices, employment law updates, and industry trends
- Provide day-to-day support for benefits-related questions and issue resolution
- Aid in open enrollment, mid-year benefit changes, and communication of benefit offerings
- Support wellness, employee recognition and engagement efforts
- Maintain organizational charts and job descriptions in coordination with HR leadership
- Provide backup support for payroll processing and assist with payroll-related audits or corrections
- Act as HR’s point of contact for the internal building maintenance ticketing system; coordinate with the in-house Maintenance Technician to ensure resolution of employee-submitted facility requests
- Serve as HR’s liaison to assigned internal AMPP committees
- Aid in DEIB, employee engagement, and culture initiatives
- Contribute to internal communications and company-wide programs that strengthen the AMPP workplace environment
- Provide HR-related support for international employees across multiple countries and time zones
- Provide support for global personnel issues, including onboarding, benefits, compliance, performance tracking, and communication
- Collaborate with external Employers of Record (EORs) to ensure alignment of employment contracts, onboarding timelines, payroll, compliance, terminations, and international labor law adherence
- Monitor and document EOR service levels, escalate issues when needed, and partner with Finance and Legal to ensure accurate billing and risk mitigation
- Stay current on regional employment regulations and HR practices to support global workforce compliance and mobility
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3-5 years of HR experience, or high school diploma or equivalent with 7-10 years’ experience in an HR position
- Working knowledge of employment law, recruiting, performance management, and benefits administration
- Proficiency in HRIS and LMS systems (e.g., Paycom, Leapsome, or similar platforms)
- Strong organizational, written and verbal skills and attention to detail
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
Skills
- Strong analytical thinking is essential for interpreting HR metrics and operational data
- Adaptability and independent judgment are key in handling complex employee issues and procedural questions
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
Hybrid