Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Description We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a manufacturing operation in Lincolnton, North Carolina by driving key people programs across recruiting, employee support, compliance, and day-to-day HR administration. This role will work closely with plant leadership to strengthen workforce stability, improve the employee experience, and help maintain a safe, well-organized workplace. The ideal candidate brings a practical HR approach, strong follow-through, and the ability to balance employee needs with business priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for hourly production teams, skilled trades, office staff, sales positions, and supervisory or management roles.

• Create targeted staffing plans to meet changing workforce demands, including periods of increased hiring volume or seasonal ramp-ups.

• Establish and maintain partnerships with trade schools, staffing partners, and regional workforce organizations to expand candidate pipelines.

• Coordinate onboarding activities and site-specific orientation programs so new employees are prepared to succeed from their first day.

• Respond to employee concerns, support issue resolution, and guide managers through consistent disciplinary and corrective action practices.

• Organize training efforts such as safety instruction, cross-functional learning, certification tracking, and leadership development initiatives.

• Maintain accurate employee records, oversee HR data integrity, and help ensure adherence to labor laws and workplace regulations.

• Support benefits administration, leave coordination, workers’ compensation case handling, payroll processing, and follow-up on payroll-related questions with finance.

• Lead performance review administration, assist with development plans, and use workforce metrics such as turnover, attendance, hiring timelines, and safety patterns to recommend improvements.

• Partner with operations and leadership to reinforce policies, strengthen engagement, and foster a culture centered on accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Requirements • Experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar HR role, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, or high-volume operational environments.

• Working knowledge of employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, and HR records management.

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment law requirements and the ability to apply HR policies consistently.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities across recruiting, compliance, employee support, and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.

• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and standard business software used for reporting, documentation, and employee data tracking.

• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, and leadership teams.

• Experience supporting workers’ compensation, leave administration, training coordination, or safety-related HR processes is preferred.

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