Human Resources Generalist (Syracuse, NY – On Site in Manlius)

L & Jg Stickley•Manlius, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as an Experienced Human Resources Generalist at our Manlius, NY location and play a strategic, on-site role supporting our manufacturing, corporate, and retail operations. In this position, you will partner with managers and a strong HR team to develop and implement HR initiatives that drive a positive workplace culture and effective talent strategies. This is a full-time, on-site role (Monday to Friday during business hours) in which you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our employees and business. If you are an HR professional with a broad skill set and a passion for strategic HR work, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with us.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of HR experience in a generalist, business partner, or similar role; experience in manufacturing or retail industries is highly valued.
Solid understanding of HR best practices and US employment laws/regulations (e.g., EEO, FMLA, OSHA, NYS labor laws).
Proven ability to handle sensitive HR matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build trust and rapport with employees at all levels.
Experience in effectively coaching managers and resolving employee relations issues.
Proficiency with HRIS (UKG Pro preferred) and applicant tracking systems (isolved Talent Requisition preferred), as well as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Comfortable using data and HR metrics to drive decisions and reporting.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Ability to think strategically about organizational needs and recommend HR solutions.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
Flexible and adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic setting and manage multiple priorities.
A proactive approach to continuously improving processes and helping others succeed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or retail industries is highly valued.
Experience with analyzing HR data to inform policy or program improvements is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with department leaders and supervisors to provide comprehensive HR support across our manufacturing, corporate and retail operations.
Serve as a trusted advisor on HR matters, helping to align HR initiatives with business goals.
Develop and implement workforce plans, including effective recruiting and staffing strategies, to attract and retain top talent for both our factory and retail teams.
Ensure our talent acquisition processes support the growth of the organization and meet diversity and inclusion goals.
Lead employee relations initiatives and communication efforts to foster a positive, engaged work environment.
Advise and coach managers on resolving employee issues and maintaining open, productive communication across all levels.
Oversee the employee performance evaluation process and support managers in creating performance improvement plans.
Champion our reward and recognition programs and guide disciplinary actions when necessary, ensuring fairness and consistency to maintain a high-performance culture.
Educate employees and managers on company policies, HR best practices, and workplace guidelines.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state employment laws (EEO, FMLA, OSHA, etc.) and maintain up-to-date documentation for audits and reporting.
Manage HR records and HRIS data integrity, and handle onboarding and other compliance tasks for your area.
Analyze HR metrics and workforce data (turnover rates, engagement scores, etc.) to identify trends.
Recommend and implement improvements or new approaches to enhance HR processes and business outcomes.
Coach and counsel managers and employees on professional development, conflict resolution, and performance improvement.
Work with the HR team on training initiatives that support career growth and skill development across the company.
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, ensuring employees and candidates understand our offerings.
Lead and contribute to HR projects and initiatives (such as wellness programs, diversity and inclusion efforts, or HR process improvements) in collaboration with senior HR team members.