HR Generalist

Careers • Lakeland, FL

92d • $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports the HR team across benefits, talent acquisition, employee relations and engagement, and onboarding and offboarding for new hires, promotions, and transfers. The role provides service to The Royal Group members and takes a proactive approach while applying basic knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance requirements. The position is based at the company’s Lakeland facility and supports bargaining and non-bargaining employees.

The HR Generalist assists with HR programs and objectives, benefits administration, recruitment, orientation, employment records, training compliance, employee inquiries, and interpretation of personnel policies and collective bargaining agreements. The role maintains HRIS data, supports positive union-company relations, and participates in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as needed.

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Hours outside normal business hours may occasionally be necessary. The work is primarily in a climate-controlled office, with occasional exposure to an uncontrolled-climate warehouse where noise is usually loud. The role involves extensive online work and use of standard office equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• One to two years of experience in Human Resources, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office; computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS software applications and the ability to learn new technical systems.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with employees and internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently as necessary.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and deadlines, stay organized, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive or proprietary information.
• Ability to meet the physical and vision requirements described, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM certification.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing HR objectives and programs related to staffing, compensation, performance, retention, and member training and development.
• Build productive, mutually beneficial relationships with employees, peers, and business partners.
• Assist with enrollment in company benefits programs, communicate benefits information, and provide technical assistance to members.
• Assist with recruitment, post job openings, and work with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Facilitate onboarding for bargaining and non-bargaining personnel, including administrative tasks and new-member orientations; handle offboarding processes.
• Complete background checks, employment verifications, and I-9 verification tracking for new hires.
• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory training.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
• Provide guidance on personnel policies and procedures, communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully, and escalate matters as necessary.
• Maintain HRIS records in Dayforce and Benefit Solver, compile database reports, and maintain member data and personnel records in accordance with policy and state and federal regulations.
• Keep, post, and update members’ birthdays and benchmark anniversaries in company communication devices.
• Maintain knowledge of HR trends, best practices, and technologies, and recommend processes to address developing HR needs.
• Interpret the collective bargaining agreement in day-to-day matters and support positive union-company relations.
• Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as needed.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level