HR Generalist

Surge Staffing • Tupelo, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Entry-Level HR Generalist to provide onsite support for daily HR operations at our Tupelo and Shannon facility. This role is ideal for someone early in their HR career who is eager to gain hands-on experience in employee relations, onboarding, payroll support, and reporting.
The ideal candidate is organized, professional, comfortable interacting with employees, and able to provide consistent feedback and reporting to HR leadership.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or related field
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with employees at all levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data tracking)
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Self-motivated and able to work independently onsite

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to payroll systems (ADP, PAYCOR or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Interest in growing within Human Resources

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparation of offer letters and new hire documentation
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR files
• Assist with day-to-day HR administrative tasks
• Conduct regular check-ins with employees on the floor and in departments
• Observe workplace environment and identify any concerns, morale issues, or trends
• Document findings and provide weekly reports to HR leadership
• Escalate any employee concerns or compliance issues as needed
• Assist with payroll data entry, timekeeping review, and validation (training provided)
• Track employee changes and updates for payroll processing
• Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets (including basic formulas)
• Prepare weekly reports on employee feedback, issues, and operational observations
• Track HR-related data and trends
• Assist with scheduling, documentation, and HR communications
• Support additional HR projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees