Human Resources Generalist

Baldwin Supply Company•Plymouth, MN

14d•$65,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Baldwin Supply Company is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support recruiting and employee lifecycle activities across the organization. The role manages full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions, partners with hiring managers on hiring needs and recruiting strategies, and supports onboarding, engagement, retention, and offboarding. It also contributes to workforce development programs, HR projects, and compliance with employment laws and company policies. This is a full-time, salaried, onsite position reporting to the HR Director. The work is primarily in a moderate office environment, with occasional visits to warehouses and branches and travel to company locations, recruiting events, career fairs, and educational institutions. It involves prolonged desk and computer work, occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, and communication in person, virtually, and by telephone. Baldwin Supply has worked alongside American manufacturing since 1920 and serves industries including food and agriculture, packaging, mining, and infrastructure. The company describes its culture as strong, with long-tenured employees, and offers benefits including health insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and professional development.

Requirements

At least 5 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or employee relations experience.
Experience using applicant tracking systems, HRIS systems, and recruiting platforms.
Strong recruiting, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills.
Ability to build relationships with candidates, employees, and hiring managers at all levels.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple openings and projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn Recruiter, and applicant tracking systems.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.
Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by telephone.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Experience supporting onboarding and employee lifecycle processes preferred.
Manufacturing, industrial distribution, or business-to-business industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions throughout the organization.
Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs, create job postings, and develop recruiting strategies.
Source candidates through job boards, social media, networking events, employee referrals, career fairs, technical schools, colleges, and industry associations.
Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, coordinate hiring manager interviews, and facilitate candidate selection.
Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting records.
Coordinate and attend recruiting events, career fairs, and community outreach programs.
Develop and manage internship, apprenticeship, and workforce development programs.
Administer pre-employment activities, including background checks, reference checks, and employment documentation.
Coordinate new hire onboarding activities, including orientation, training schedules, and new employee communications.
Ensure completion and compliance of onboarding documentation and employment forms.
Serve as a primary point of contact for new employees during onboarding.
Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and retention efforts.
Coordinate employee offboarding activities, including exit interviews and separation documentation.
Analyze recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate pipeline activity, and retention trends.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Assist the Human Resources team with special projects and other HR initiatives as assigned.