Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day operations of the HR department by administering HR policies, procedures, and programs. This role will assist in various functional areas including recruitment administration, employee relations support, onboarding, HRIS maintenance, benefits coordination, and compliance. The HR Generalist plays a key role in fostering a positive employee experience while ensuring accurate HR documentation and data integrity.

Essential Functions:

An HR Generalist may be assigned to own or support one or more of the following functional areas based on business needs and alignment with their experience or development plan.

Recruiting & Onboarding

Coordinate job postings, candidate communication, and interview scheduling.

Facilitate the onboarding process, including new hire orientation and system setup.

Maintain recruiting documentation and ensure consistent process execution.

Employee Relations & Support

Act as the first point of contact for HR-related questions and concerns.

Assist with investigations and resolution of employee issues under the guidance of HR leadership.

Support compliance with HR policies and procedures.

HRIS & Data Management

Enter and maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS system.

Generate routine reports and assist with HR metrics tracking.

Audit HR files and digital records for completeness and accuracy.

Benefits & Leave Administration

Coordinate benefit enrollment, changes, and employee communications.

Provide support with FMLA, personal leave, and short-term disability processes.

Collaborate with vendors to resolve benefits-related issues.

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure proper documentation for I-9, EEO, and personnel records.

Maintain knowledge of employment laws and assist with compliance initiatives.

Support preparation for audits and reporting.

Training & Development Coordination

Assist in scheduling and tracking of training sessions.

Maintain training records and assist in employee development initiatives.

Support execution of performance review cycles.

Specific Skills:

Working knowledge of HRIS systems and personnel databases.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Highly organized with attention to detail.

Basic understanding of HR policies, labor law, and compliance requirements.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to walk/move about a 500,000 sq ft manufacturing facility: 20% of the time

Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 50% of the time

Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 15% of the time

Must be able to lift up to 15lbs on a frequent basis: 40% of the time

Must be able to lift over 15lbs on an infrequent basis: 10% of the time

Must be able to sit at a workstation: 80% of the time

Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the time

Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminals/machine centers, etc. Hearing is essential for safety and to communicate with employees and vendors

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

Office-based position in a manufacturing environment. Flexibility is required to support a 24/7 operation.

Travel:

Travel is not expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience:

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

2-4 years of experience in a Human Resources role, preferably in a manufacturing environment

AAP/EEO Statement

IFA North America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, IFA North America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.