Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Description We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to oversee core HR operations for a manufacturing organization in Plymouth, Michigan. This permanent, on-site position plays a central role in supporting both hourly and salaried employees while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and frontline management. The role is well suited for someone who enjoys a hands-on environment, builds strong working relationships across teams, and applies sound judgment to employee matters with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Direct full-cycle hiring efforts by identifying talent needs, coordinating sourcing activities, screening applicants, guiding offer preparation, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience.

• Review workforce data such as retention, turnover, and hiring patterns to identify trends and recommend practical actions that strengthen staffing stability.

• Address employee relations matters by leading investigations, supporting corrective action processes, managing separations, and handling unemployment-related documentation.

• Interpret and enforce workplace guidelines consistently across departments, including expectations tied to attendance, conduct, leave administration, and job performance.

• Advise supervisors on communication strategies, employee documentation, performance challenges, and other sensitive workplace situations.

• Facilitate performance management activities by organizing review cycles, supporting goal development, coordinating improvement plans, and encouraging employee growth.

• Oversee HR administrative programs related to compensation, benefits, and payroll while partnering with finance on reporting needs and workforce planning.

• Maintain accurate personnel files, support HR systems administration, and help ensure compliance with employment laws as well as workers’ compensation and return-to-work processes.

• Prepare workforce updates and risk-related insights for leadership while contributing HR support to safety, quality, environmental, and other operational compliance initiatives. Requirements • At least 3 years of human resources experience, with additional value placed on background supporting manufacturing or industrial teams.

• Demonstrated knowledge of employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, and general HR operations.

• Ability to manage daily HR responsibilities independently and provide practical guidance to leaders on confidential employee issues.

• Familiarity with federal employment regulations and Michigan labor requirements.

• Experience using HRIS and payroll platforms, including ADP or similar systems.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, along with standard workplace collaboration tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred; comparable relevant experience will also be considered.

• HR certification is a plus.

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