HR Generalist
Kentwood, MI - USA
Job Summary
Position Overview:
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for a wide range of human resources functions including employee relations onboarding policy administration performance management training HRIS administration and employee engagement initiatives. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders helping ensure HR processes are administered consistently compliantly and efficiently while supporting a positive workplace culture. The Human Resources Generalist partners closely with leaders across the organization to support business objectives and employee success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Employee Relations & Support
- Serve as a resource for employees regarding HR policies procedures and workplace concerns.
- Assist with resolving employee relations issues through coaching communication and problem-solving.
- Support leave administration accommodations and employee support programs as needed.
- Promote a positive work environment through proactive employee engagement and communication.
- Recruiting & Onboarding Coordination
- Coordinate recruiting activities including job postings candidate screening interview scheduling and communication.
- Assist hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
- Coordinate pre-employment activities including background checks onboarding documentation and new hire communications.
- Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding processes to ensure positive employee experience.
- Policy Interpretation & Compliance
- Assist employees and leaders with interpreting company policies and procedures.
- Support compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations.
- Maintain employee records and documentation in accordance with legal and company requirements.
- Assist with policy updates handbook revisions and compliance initiatives.
- Performance Management Support
- Support performance review processes goal-setting programs and employee development initiatives.
- Assist managers with performance documentation and employee coaching efforts.
- Track completion of performance evaluations and development plans.
- Support corrective action and performance improvement processes as directed.
- Training & Employee Development
- Coordinate employee training programs leadership development initiatives and compliance training.
- Maintain training records and track completion requirements.
- Assist with developing training materials and employee resources.
- HRIS Data Management
- Maintain employee data within the HRIS.
- Process employee status changes compensation updates and organizational changes.
- Conduct routine audits to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Cross-Functional Communication & Support
- Partner with operations finance safety quality and leadership teams on HR-related initiatives.
- Support company communication efforts.
- Assist with workforce planning staffing initiatives and organizational development efforts.
- All other duties as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- 2-5 years of Human Resources experience preferred.
- Knowledge of employment law HR best practices and employee relations principles.
- Experience with recruiting onboarding performance management and HR administration.
- Experience working with HRIS systems payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong interpersonal communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
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