Human Resources (HR) Generalist (Laurie P)

Description

Robert Half HR Solutions is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization in search of an HR Generalist to join its expanding team. This role will serve as a key resource for employees and management, supporting a workforce of 500+ employees across multiple departments. The HR Generalist will be responsible for full-cycle hourly recruiting, onboarding, new hire orientation, light employee relations support, HRIS administration, and day-to-day HR operations.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organized, and experienced working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior experience with ADP Workforce Now is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing, production, warehouse, and operations positions

• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and ensure timely hiring of qualified candidates

• Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs

• Conduct background checks, pre-employment screenings, and new hire paperwork

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee HR-related questions, concerns, and policy interpretation

• Support employee relations matters and partner with leadership to resolve workplace issues

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data within ADP Workforce Now (ADP WFN)

• Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations within the HRIS

• Assist with benefits administration and employee communications

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies

• Support performance management, employee engagement, and retention initiatives

• Generate HR reports and provide workforce data as needed

• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

• 3+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience

• Experience supporting a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial workforce strongly preferred

• Proven experience recruiting high-volume hourly employees

• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (required)

• Strong knowledge of onboarding, employee relations, and HR best practices

• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting a workforce of 500+ employees

• Multi-state HR experience a plus

• Bilingual Spanish is a plus

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment

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