HR Generalist

The HR Generalist is responsible for maintaining the organization's Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring accurate employee data, and providing day-to-day HR support to employees and managers. This position combines HRIS administration with general HR responsibilities and serves as a key resource for HR operations across the organization.

HRIS and Operations Responsibilities

* Process employee changes including new hires, transfers, promotions, pay changes, status changes, and terminations.

* Maintain employee records and ensure HR data is accurate and confidential.

* Troubleshoot HRIS issues and coordinate with the HRIS/payroll vendor when necessary.

* Track and administer annual performance appraisal campaigns

* Assist with system audits to identify and correct data discrepancies.

* Maintain HRIS workflows, forms, and electronic employee files.

* Support the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through separation.

* Assist with new hire onboarding, including paperwork, HRIS setup, and orientation coordination.

* Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, PTO, and other HR-related matters.

* Assist managers and employees with HR policies, procedures, and day-to-day HR issues.

* Assist with employee relations matters and escalate complex issues to the HR Manager as appropriate.

* Maintain required personnel records and assist with compliance reporting.

* Assist with employment verification, unemployment claims, and other routine HR administration.

* Support HR projects, process improvements, and company-wide HR initiatives.

* Support payroll processing by ensuring employee information, pay changes, deductions, and other HR data are accurate.

* Assist employees and managers with timekeeping and payroll-related questions.

* Maintain confidential employee records in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

* Assist with required employment documentation and HR compliance activities.

* Support audits and reporting related to employee records, payroll, benefits, and HR programs.

Qualifications

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

* 3-5 years of experience in HRIS administration and/or HR generalist responsibilities.

* Experience working with an HRIS and timekeeping/payroll systems.

* Strong understanding of general HR practices and employment processes.

* Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.

* Strong organizational and time-management skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and HR leadership.

Preferred Experience

* Experience in a manufacturing or multi-site environment.

* Experience with ADP or similar HR/payroll systems.

* Experience supporting payroll and timekeeping processes.

* HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus.