HR Generalist
About The Position
The Human Resource Generalist manages the daily functions of the Human Resource department, including oversight, administration, and coordination of employment, employee relations, benefits, complaints, and problem resolution. The role provides assistance and counsel to management on employee relations issues; administers, coordinates, and tracks approved leaves of absence, L&I, light duty, and workers’ compensation programs; and assists with employee records and employment documents, including onboarding, benefits, and termination documents. The position is based in Sumner, Washington, and is salaried and exempt. The stated schedule is 9 a.m.–6 p.m. or 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Monday through Friday. A flexible schedule is also listed as a qualification. Candidates must meet ITAR export-control requirements and qualify as a “U.S. Person” under 22 C.F.R. §120.15. A pre-employment drug screen and background screening are required.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; an associate’s degree plus two years of exempt-level experience may be used in lieu of the bachelor’s degree.
- Three to five years of prior HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Experience managing all types of leaves.
- Knowledge of basic principles and practices of human resources.
- Employee relations experience, including assisting management with progressive discipline and investigating and responding to employee concerns.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce and all employee levels, including internal and external business partners.
- Time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, delegate when appropriate, and work with minimum supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with integrity and professionalism and uphold the company’s ethical standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Customer-centric focus and advanced customer service skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Expert use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
- Must meet ITAR export-control requirements as a U.S. Person.
- Must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Prior work experience in the manufacturing or distribution industry.
- Prior experience working with ADP Payroll and Attendance Enterprise.
- Prior experience with a payroll or HRIS database.
- PHR or SHRM certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance and counsel to management on employee relations issues.
- Administer, coordinate, and track approved leaves of absence, L&I, light duty, and workers’ compensation programs.
- Assist in managing employee records and employment documents, including onboarding, benefits, and termination documents.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, including free employee-only coverage and low-cost options.
- Dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Company-sponsored 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness Program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee discounts.
- Eight paid holidays plus a paid week-long winter break closure.
- 15 days of accrued PTO per year, available to use immediately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
