Human Resources

Independent Stave Company•Louisville, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist will support day-to-day human resources operations with a strong focus on manufacturing and warehouse employees. This role will be highly visible on the production floor and will work closely with operations and supervisors. The ideal candidate is approachable, organized, and confident in handling employee relations, compliance, and HR administration in a fast-paced environment. About us Located in the heart of the Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Bourbon Barrel purchases authentic Bourbon Barrels directly from the source. And we ship all over the world. With a warehouse located in one of the largest cities in the US, our used bourbon barrels are ready to ship. We work with customers from the US, Europe, Asia, and elsewhere, providing high-quality barrels for distilling a variety of liquors and spirits. http://kentuckybourbonbarrel.com/

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
2–5 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Experience working with hourly employees and frontline supervisors
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Working knowledge of employment laws, attendance policies, and disciplinary processes
Comfort working closely with safety teams and supporting OSHA-related initiatives
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
High level of discretion and professionalism
Experience with HRIS systems; UKG Pro experience preferred but not required
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform substance abuse testing and background verification checks as permitted by state law.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
UKG Pro experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for a team of 20-25 employees
Maintain a visible presence on the production floor to support employee relations and engagement
Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly production, warehouse, and other roles
Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes
Assist with employee relations matters including attendance, performance, coaching, and disciplinary documentation
Partner closely with safety organizer to support workplace safety initiatives and OSHA compliance
Assist with incident documentation, training coordination, and safety-related employee communications
Administer benefits, open enrollment, and employee communications
Support timekeeping, employee records, and reporting using UKG Pro (training provided)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Maintain personnel files, HR documentation, and policy acknowledgments
Assist with maintaining and organizing supporting documentation for company certifications and audits, including ISO certifications, and support related compliance requirements
Owner and manager of ISO9001 and ISO14001 program and documentation