Human Resources Generalist

About the role

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive support across the HR function, with primary emphasis on recruitment, compliance auditing, talent management, HRIS administration, payroll, and benefits. This position serves as a trusted resource to both employees and leadership, ensuring HR programs are delivered accurately, consistently, and in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried roles, from requisition intake through offer
• Source, screen, and interview candidates, and coordinate interview logistics with hiring managers
• Oversee pre-employment screening, offer letters, and new hire onboarding
• Track and report recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill and offer acceptance rates
• Prepare documentation and evidence for internal, customer, and regulatory audits, including IATF 16949
• Maintain accurate, compliant personnel records in accordance with retention requirements
• Conduct self-audits of I-9 files, required postings, and HR process documentation
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Support corrective action responses and process improvements identified through audit findings
• Administer the annual performance management cycle, including goal setting and review completion
• Support succession planning, talent reviews, and individual development plans
• Career coordination training delivery and maintain accurate training records
• Aid in employee engagement, retention analysis, and turnover reporting
• HRIS Administration
• Maintain data accuracy in the HRIS for hires, transfers, promotions, terminations, and organizational changes
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports on headcount, turnover, and workforce demographics
• Perform routine data audits to identify and correct discrepancies
• Participate in system testing, upgrades, and documentation of HRIS processes
• Handle invoicing from vendors
• Payroll Support
• Partner on payroll to validate timekeeping data and ensure accurate, timely processing
• Review overtime, shift differentials, and other pay elements for accuracy
• Assist and resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies
• Verify proper exempt and non-exempt classification of positions
• Benefits Administration
• Partner on medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) programs
• Coordinate open enrollment, including communications, system setup, and employee support
• Aid in qualifying life events, leaves of absence, and COBRA notifications
• Serve as liaison to carriers and brokers to resolve escalated employee issues
• Employee Relations and General Support
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding policy, pay, and benefits
• Support investigations, disciplinary documentation, and separation processing
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Three to five years of progressive HR generalist experience
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting, HRIS administration, payroll support, and benefits administration
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment law
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Prioritized ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
• Preferred PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
• Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 or comparable quality management systems
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or a similar HRIS platform

Skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build credibility at all levels of the organization
• Customer-service orientation and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Monday to Friday: On-site