Human Resources Generalist

Aston Carter•St. Clair, PA

18h•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing daily HR operations and providing guidance and support to manufacturing and administrative teams. This role serves as a liaison between associates, managers, and leadership to ensure smooth operations and a positive workforce. The HR Generalist covers the full associate lifecycle with a focus on supporting a high-performance, safety-first production environment. Key responsibilities include recruiting, associate onboarding, timekeeping, payroll management and processing, associate relations, safety, leave management, and benefits administration.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment (3+ years).
Payroll processing and timekeeping system experience.
Full-cycle hourly recruiting and onboarding experience.
Strong employee relations and investigation skills.
Knowledge of FMLA/ADA/STD, benefits, and leave administration.
Understanding of OSHA and safety compliance.
High attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS, and recruiting systems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment and travel as needed.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven ability to maintain associate records for safety, payroll, and benefits administration.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to manage confidential information, prioritize tasks, and adapt to change.
Understanding of state and federal employment laws.
Understanding of OSHA regulations and compliance.
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field preferred.
Three or more years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial settings.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Proficiency with HRIS, timekeeping, and recruiting systems.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with production management to ensure associate staffing, training, and performance align with production objectives.
Manage full-cycle recruitment of hourly production associates, including postings, applicant reviews, scheduling/interviewing, background checks, and onboarding.
Facilitate new hire orientations and coordinate technical or safety training required for plant operations.
Administer and process weekly and semi-monthly payrolls, resolving payroll discrepancies promptly.
Manage automated timekeeping systems to track and review work hours and attendance, resolving exceptions and missed punches.
Process garnishments, child support orders, 401k loans, and unemployment claims.
Serve as the first point of contact for HR, payroll, benefits, and associate relations questions.
Address associate concerns promptly, conduct investigations, and resolve issues in alignment with management, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with STD/FMLA/ADA leave management and coordinate with third-party providers.
Maintain associate attendance records, points, and corrective action documentation.
Manage safety shoe reimbursement and associate referral bonus programs.
Track performance reviews and probationary periods, providing insight and support to managers on disciplinary actions and terminations.
Update and maintain HR, Benefits, and Wellness communications in plant and common areas.