Senior Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual)
About the role
DuraPlas, Inc., a family‑of‑brands manufacturer with over 50 years in business, develops innovative plastic products for agriculture, industrial, logistics, horticulture, energy, material handling, and heating and cooling. Headquartered in a 425,000 sq ft facility in Addison, Texas, the company serves customers in the United States and 65 countries worldwide. We are seeking a people‑focused Senior HR Generalist to join a small, collaborative HR team and support the employee experience across recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, employee relations, training, compliance, and special initiatives such as implementing an Applicant Tracking System within our HRIS.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, job postings, candidate screening, interviews, pre-employment coordination, and hiring manager support.
- Handle new employee onboarding (including orientation), internship program development/support, and other talent-related initiatives.
- Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain accurate records related to compensation changes, deductions, tax withholdings, benefits, and retirement contributions.
- Administer employee benefits, COBRA, leave requests, FMLA, and workers’ compensation claims.
- Support annual open enrollment and assist with ongoing benefits & wellness education initiatives.
- Serve as a primary resource for employee inquiries related to policy interpretation, payroll matters, benefits, leave administration, and employee relations concerns.
- Support employee engagement initiatives, communications, events, and programs designed to promote a positive workplace culture.
- Assist with performance review processes, training initiatives, safety planning, and compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
- Maintain HR, payroll, and benefits records; conduct audits; and assist with required regulatory reporting, including EEO-1, ACA, and OSHA filings, as needed.
- Collaborate with team members in human resources and other departments to resolve issues, improve processes, and support business initiatives.
- Participate in selecting and implementing technology solutions.
- Contribute to special projects and other human resources responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management or related field required
- 4+ years of HR generalist experience, including recruiting in a manufacturing, warehouse/distribution, or similar environment, employee relations, and benefits administration
- Bilingual: English/Spanish
- Multi-state workforce experience is a plus
- SHRM certification is a plus
Skills
- Working knowledge of HR practices, payroll administration, benefits compliance, and applicable employment laws, including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, and workers’ compensation requirements
- Experience using HRIS and payroll systems; proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and Microsoft Office Suite required
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with a company contribution match
- Health insurance options including both PPO and HSA plan
- Vision and dental insurance
- Long-term disability (LTD)
- Basic life insurance with the option for supplemental life insurance
- Paid time off
- HSA contributions based on completed activities (to support healthy lifestyles)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay
- Base salary range: $85,000 - $95,000
- Quarterly performance bonus tied to measurable objectives
Schedule
On-site Monday through Friday with an 8-hour workday within the window of 7am‑5pm, with some flexibility on the exact hours.