Human Resources Generalist

Reyes Automotive Group LLC•San Antonio, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist provides full-cycle HR support to assigned locations and/or customer groups across recruiting, hiring, onboarding, benefits, policy administration, HR systems, leaves of absence, legal compliance, HR administration, employee relations and communications, offboarding, and HR projects and initiatives. The role serves as the primary HR point of contact for internal and external HR customers and supports leaders and employees on HR matters while promoting fair and consistent application of policies and requirements. The position is onsite and full-time, with a flexible Monday-through-Friday schedule. It is classified as exempt, has no direct reports, and reports to the HR Manager. The work is primarily desk-based, with time also spent on the production floor. The role may require extended hours across multiple shifts, including some weekends and holidays when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of related experience as an HR Generalist in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Experience supporting multiple HR functional areas.
Understanding of how to interpret and apply company policies and federal and state employment laws; understanding of current federal, state, and local employment laws.
Demonstrated knowledge of HR principles, practices, and functional areas, including recruiting, leaves of absence, and benefits.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and in email and web-browser applications.
Proficiency with HRIS, Time & Attendance/Payroll systems, ATS, and LMS.
Strong analytical, planning, critical-thinking, organizational, and prioritization skills, with attention to detail and a continuous-improvement orientation.
Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence and understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to read, write, and speak English and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with people at all organizational levels and across cultures.
Ability to manage multiple projects and daily HR matters, follow through until issues are resolved, and deliver results as committed.
Flexibility to handle varied projects, demands, business partners, and situations while remaining calm under pressure.
Ability to work extended hours across multiple shifts, including some weekends and holidays when necessary.
Strong professional presence and ethical standards, with the ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds individually and team-lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform the job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

PHR certification.
Experience in the manufacturing industry.
Experience with Paylocity.
Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Serve as the main HR point of contact for internal and external customers and provide customer service.
Monitor and update weekly manning charts for open positions.
Support recruitment and hiring for assigned searches using HRIS/ATS capabilities and available resources.
Conduct new-hire orientation and coordinate onboarding.
Manage the conversion process for temporary team members.
Conduct timely and accurate offboarding, apply policies and regulatory requirements consistently, and conduct exit interviews for voluntary separations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date hard-copy and electronic team member records.
Review hourly employees’ timecards for accuracy and timely closure.
Perform assigned transactions and maintain data integrity in HR systems, including HRIS, Time & Attendance/Payroll, ATS, and LMS.
Assist employees with questions about policies, benefits, payroll, timekeeping, and HR self-service systems.
Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, PTO/sick, and personal leave.
Support retention and engagement initiatives and plan and coordinate employee events as needed.
Assist with employee communications using available systems and tools.
Advise leaders on employee matters and organizational policies and procedures, including performance and disciplinary matters.
Maintain knowledge of applicable legal requirements and government reporting regulations and help ensure policies, procedures, and reporting comply.
Facilitate resolution of day-to-day HR matters, assist with complaint investigations, and recommend fair and consistent actions based on past practice, policy, and regulatory requirements.
Develop subject-matter expertise in assigned areas and cross-train other team members as needed.
Develop and maintain standard work instructions and provide input on continuous improvement opportunities for HR processes and tasks.
Assist with implementation of assigned programs, initiatives, and projects.
Model adherence to company policies, including 5S and safety protocols.
Assist with external HR-related audits.
Perform other related duties as assigned.