Field Human Resources Generalist

Knapp Inc • Kennesaw, GA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Human Resources (HR) Generalist will serve as a key partner to operations leadership within the Resident Business sites, providing hands-on support in all areas of human resources, acting as a sounding board, and pushing back as necessary. This role is responsible for driving HR initiatives that align with business objectives, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to present to and influence leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, SAP, etc.).
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Passport holder or ability to obtain passport may be required
• Professional office etiquette is required at all times
• Overtime or off-shift hours may be required to support multiple shifts
• Travel required 25% Travel to other sites and corporate office for training purposes, investigations and office hours
• Physical requirements: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Experience supporting hourly workforce in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and supervisors, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and conducting investigations as needed. Escalates to Corporate HR Generalist as needed.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and feedback mechanisms. Assist Site Manager with arranging employee events and engagement activities.
• Support recruitment efforts by partnering with hiring managers, assisting with screenings for fit to the onsite culture, coordinating interviews.
• Onboard new employees at responsible sites. Lead orientation and support other departments’ activities related to onboarding/orientation.
• Support leaders through performance review processes, coaching, and corrective action procedures.
• Help coordinate training sessions on HR policies, compliance, and leadership development.
• Assist with employee meetings, town halls, tool talks, etc. Ensure communications from Corporate are being shared effectively with onsite employees. 
• Maintain accurate employee records, process HR transactions, and support HRIS data integrity. Assist with timecard and point system management.
• Assist leadership with onsite induction trainings. Partner with Total Rewards to support employee wellness initiatives.
• Assist Leadership and corporate HR team with offboarding procedures; including but not limited to termination conversations, exit interviews and equipment collection.
• Assist Corporate HR team with managing LOA cases

Benefits

• Industry competitive compensation
• Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
• 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized Daycare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees