HR Generalist

C & F Enterprises•Newport News, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist provides hands-on human resources support to two warehouse and distribution facilities, partnering with site leadership, supervisors, and employees to promote a safe, productive, and engaged workforce. This role supports the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, HR compliance, and workforce development. This position will also work closely with the HR Team to contribute to companywide HR projects and initiatives. A key focus of the position is Training & Development and Organizational Development, including the coordination and delivery of employee training, leadership development, supervisor coaching, onboarding programs, and initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and retention. The ideal candidate is a proactive, approachable HR professional who can balance day-to-day HR operations with initiatives that build employee and leadership capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelors’ degree in human resources, Organizational development, business administration or related field and/or equivalent
5 years HR generalist experience, required with data, analysis trends and reports history
Working knowledge in federal and state employment law, compensation, recruitment, benefits and leave of absences laws
Highly proficient in Microsoft Suite-Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint required
Successful candidate must be able to work on site within Hampton Roads region.
Sitting, Standing, Walking
Lifting, raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling)
Carrying, pushing or pulling office items up to 10 lbs.
Prolonged use of computer involved; use of hands and finger coordination; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision. Color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Rippling HRIS, preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate, develop, and facilitate employee training programs across both warehouse locations, ensuring consistency in content, delivery, and effectiveness.
Manage new-hire orientation and onboarding programs, including company policies, workplace expectations, safety awareness, and role-specific training coordination.
Partner with leadership to identify training needs, skill gaps, and development opportunities for hourly employees, team leads, supervisors, and managers.
Support the development of frontline leaders through supervisor training, coaching, performance management guidance, and employee relations education.
Assist in developing individual development plans, career progression opportunities, cross-training initiatives, and succession planning activities.
Coordinate annual and ongoing training requirements, maintain training records, monitor completion, and communicate outstanding requirements to managers.
Support organizational development initiatives related to employee engagement, retention, communication, change management, and culture improvement.
Identify opportunities to standardize HR practices and training resources across both facilities.
Promote continuous learning, accountability, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Partner with warehouse leaders to identify staffing needs and support workforce planning for hourly, administrative, and supervisory positions.
Coordinate recruiting, candidate screening, interviews, selection, and pre-employment processes.
Support timely hiring and onboarding to meet operational staffing requirements.
Build relationships with local recruiting resources, schools, workforce development organizations, and staffing partners as appropriate.
Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leaders regarding HR policies, workplace concerns, and employment practices.
Provide guidance on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, performance concerns, attendance, and corrective action.
Conduct or support workplace investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate follow-up in accordance with company policies.
Coach supervisors on effective communication, employee recognition, accountability, and consistent policy application.
Support performance review processes, goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement plans.
Promote a positive employee experience and encourage open communication between employees, supervisors, and HR.
Administer HR processes related to employee records, job changes, onboarding, offboarding, leave administration, and employment documentation.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and HR information systems.
Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Partner with safety and operations teams to support workplace safety training, incident follow-up, and compliance initiatives.
Coordinate required employment notices, documentation, and reporting.
Assist with benefits education, employee questions, and coordination with the benefits team.
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures across both warehouse locations.
Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, communication efforts, and retention strategies.
Partner with site leaders to identify workplace issues and implement practical solutions.
Assist with employee surveys, feedback sessions, and action planning.
Promote a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace.
Participate in site meetings and employee events to maintain visibility and accessibility to employees across shifts.
Identify opportunities to improve communication, employee morale, and collaboration between departments.
Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve consistency, and enhance the employee experience.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that align workforce capabilities with warehouse operational goals.
Maintains a focus for self and team on continuous learning that will enhance skill sets and growth opportunities
Demonstrates a commitment to C&F Enterprises, Inc. core values