HR Generalist (Bilingual KOR/ENG)

H Mart•Lyndhurst, NJ

66d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Generalist to serve as the primary HR point of contact for designated office, factory, and/or retail departments. This role is crucial in ensuring HR policies and procedures are consistently applied, managing employee relations, and supporting various HR functions across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices, with a preference for experience in manufacturing or factory settings.

Requirements

3 -5 years of progressive HR experience in a generalist, HRBP, or similar role, preferably in a multi-site environment including manufacturing or factory settings
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build trust with diverse teams
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS systems (UKG Pro)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Korean and English preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for designated office, factory and/or retail departments/companies
Ensure HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook are communicated and consistently applied
Handle employee relations matters with empathy, discretion, and fairness; conduct thorough investigations and document findings as necessary
Manage and support disciplinary action processes by gathering facts, advising managers on appropriate steps, preparing documentation, and ensuring fairness and compliance
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with all applicable labor laws and internal policies
Coordinate onboarding in collaboration with other HR team members including new hire orientation
Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews, termination paperwork, asset collection, and system deactivation
Collaborate with safety and compliance teams to ensure factory-related HR practices meet internal and legal standards
Provide coaching and day-to-day support to managers and employees on HR-related matters including performance improvement, disciplinary actions, and interpersonal conflicts
Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure consistent application of policies
Assist employees with benefit enrollment, changes, and inquiries
Support Open Enrollment communication

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy
401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy
Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy
BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage)
Company provided lunch
Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy
Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy
Smart Card: Earn additional 4 points to the standard $1 = 1 point
Holiday Gift certificates per company policy
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy
DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy