Human Resources Generalist II

Android/Avancez•Harper Woods, MI

21h

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports the Plant HR Manager in managing a broad range of human resources activities within a manufacturing plant environment. Responsibilities span recruiting and onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations, performance and development programs, attendance tracking, employee communications, and HR recordkeeping. The HR Generalist serves as a resource for managers and team members by addressing HR questions, resolving workplace concerns, supporting safety and environmental initiatives, and ensuring company policies and procedures are followed. The role also assists with compliance, government reporting, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation, employee engagement, recognition programs, and special HR projects. The position supports day-to-day plant HR operations by partnering with leaders and team members, maintaining accurate employee records, coordinating recruiting and onboarding activities, processing payroll-related information, assisting with benefits administration, supporting employee relations, and helping drive communication, engagement, compliance, and safety-focused initiatives across the facility. Travel is minimal.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related HR experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of HR principles and practices, including recruiting, interviewing, selection, training, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and payroll.
Experience supporting HR functions within a manufacturing or plant environment.
Strong understanding of employee records, attendance management, performance reviews, training plans, and HR documentation.
Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with team members and managers at all levels.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
Knowledge of payroll and HR information systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information appropriately.
Understanding of employment laws, regulations, company policies, and government reporting requirements.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting HR operations in a manufacturing, automotive, or plant environment.
Hands-on experience using HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, or related workforce management systems.
Experience supporting benefits administration, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, paid time off, disability, and leave-of-absence processes.
Familiarity with unemployment claims, hearings, and related follow-up activities.
Experience supporting workers’ compensation processes, claims documentation, and return-to-work coordination.
Exposure to environmental, health, and safety initiatives within a plant or operations setting.
Experience assisting with employee relations matters, investigations, exit interviews, attendance tracking, and absenteeism management.
Experience coordinating employee engagement activities, recognition programs, town halls, orientations, or team member communications.
Experience preparing HR reports and supporting compliance with company policies, government reporting requirements, and regulatory standards.
Experience coaching managers and team members on HR-related questions, policies, and workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

Support the Plant HR Manager with day-to-day human resources operations in a manufacturing plant.
Coordinate recruiting, interviewing, selection, and onboarding activities.
Process payroll-related information and assist with benefits administration.
Support employee relations and respond to HR questions and workplace concerns from managers and team members.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
Track attendance and support performance reviews, training plans, and development programs.
Support employee communications, engagement activities, recognition programs, orientations, and town halls.
Assist with compliance, government reporting, unemployment claims, hearings, and follow-up activities.
Support workers’ compensation processes, claims documentation, and return-to-work coordination.
Support safety, environmental, health, and safety initiatives within the plant.
Help ensure company policies and procedures are followed and promote a positive team environment, company culture, safety, and open communication.
Prepare HR reports and assist with special HR projects.