Human Resources Generalist

AUTOGATE INC•Berlin Township, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for day-to-day execution of core HR functions in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on employee administration, onboarding, recordkeeping, benefits coordination, training support, and policy execution, while coordinating with executive leadership, external PEO firm, and outside legal counsel for advanced HR, compliance, and legal matters. HRIS Administrator. This position is non-managerial, and does not supervise employees, and does not set HR strategy. The role executes established policies and escalates complex issues appropriately.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or another related field; and one (1) to two (2) years of human resource experience; High School Diploma or GED with 5 to 7 years of experience in the HR field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Above average analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and reasoning abilities.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office or other related software; proficiency with Paycom or other Human Resource Information System, or the ability to quickly learn this and other organization software programs.
Embrace the EOS process and integrate into all Department activities
Understand the roles of company leadership and AutoGate team members, system resources and processes both intra and inter department positions and duties
Utilize the most effective form of communication with employees, managers, co-workers, clients and vendors
Understand that daily tasks through long-term company vision are interwoven in the AutoGate EOS. Prioritize and re-prioritize tasks in a dynamic fluid environment
Display a willingness to make decisions, exhibit sound and accurate judgement, support and explain the reason and measure in your decision-making process
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding HR processes, policies, and routine questions
Maintain employee personnel files, records, and documentation (electronic and paper)
Administer onboarding and offboarding processes, including new-hire paperwork, orientation, coordination, and exit documentation
Track employee status changes, job titles, pay changes, and leave status in HRIS
Ensure employee performance reviews are conducted per AutoGate policy and practice
Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and employee communications.
Assist payroll processing by ensuring accurate data entry, timekeeping records, and status updates in HRIS
Maintain accurate leave tracking
Post job openings and coordinate candidate flow for hourly and salaried roles
Schedule interviews and assist managers with candidate logistics
Coordinate pre-employment screenings (background checks, drug screens)
Prepare and distribute offer letters using approved templates
Coordinate new-hire safety orientation and required training
Track training completion and certifications
Assist Operations and Safety leadership with documentation related to OSHA, safety programs, and compliance training (execution only)
Execute and administer company policies as written
Assist with documentation related to corrective actions, performance reviews, and employee relations matters
Escalate complex employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, or legal issues to the General Manager, the BoD, PEO, and Outside legal counsel
Maintain HRIS accuracy and data integrity
Assist in maintaining job descriptions, employee handbook updates, and HR forms
Generate standard HR reports as requested by leadership