Human Resources Generalist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR business partner to supervisors, employees, and leadership by providing timely guidance, coaching, and resolution on employee relations, policy interpretation, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Supports and administers personnel policies, procedures, and HR programs to ensure alignment with business objectives, operational needs, and Wieland HR standards
• Leads and supports employee relations activities including investigations, corrective action administration, conflict resolution, employee counseling, and documentation while ensuring consistency and legal compliance
• Affirms and supports labor relations activities, grievance administration, and contract compliance, where applicable
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local employment laws and regulations, company policies, and government reporting requirements affecting human resources functions
• Captures and administers HR processes including onboarding, employee status changes, promotions, transfers, leaves of absence, separations, return-to-work processes, and performance management support
• Supports payroll, benefits, disability, leave administration, and employee assistance programs in coordination with Corporate Payroll and Benefits teams
• Partners with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruiting efforts including candidate experience, interview coordination, pre-employment activities, onboarding, and workforce planning initiatives
• Facilitates new hire orientation and onboarding programs to ensure a positive, compliant, and engaging employee experience from hire through integration into the organization
• Maintains employee records, HR documentation, and confidential information in compliance with company standards and state and federal requirements
• Promotes workforce trends, staffing needs, succession planning opportunities, employee engagement initiatives, and organizational effectiveness improvements in collaboration with operational leadership
• Maintains and monitors key HR metrics (KPIs), manpower reporting, turnover trends, attendance, and other workforce analytics to support informed business decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recommends and supports process improvements, policy enhancements, and employee experience initiatives that improve operational efficiency and strengthen organizational culture
• Plans, coordinates, and supports employee engagement activities, communication initiatives, training programs, and HR projects
• Provides coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee management practices, policy application, leadership effectiveness, and HR best practices
• Serves as backup support for HR leadership, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within a manufacturing and/or unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Federal and State employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, wage and hour laws, and labor relations practices
• Strong understanding of HR operations, payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, and compliance processes
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, HRIS, and timekeeping systems (UKG, Dayforce preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships and interact professionally at all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining a strong sense of urgency and accountability