Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
International Wire Group, a Pantheon Electric company, is seeking a people-focused Human Resources Generalist for a full-time, on-site position in Camden, New York. This opportunity is intended for an emerging HR professional with a foundational background who is ready to broaden their experience and take on meaningful responsibilities. The HR Generalist partners with the HR team, plant leadership, and employees to support employee experience and the processes that keep operations moving. The role spans employee relations, talent acquisition and onboarding, employee engagement and retention, HR operations and compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will help employees navigate workplace concerns, support hiring and onboarding, maintain accurate HR records and documentation, assist with payroll and benefits administration, prepare reports, and contribute to workforce planning and workplace safety initiatives. The position offers hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations and collaboration with HR leadership, plant management, and employees. Local travel between International Wire Group plant locations is required. The position is based in a standard office environment, with regular interaction in manufacturing areas. Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work may be required, as well as occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds. The annual salary range is $58,000 to $65,000, based on qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, ideally in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, HR Assistant, or similar position.
- Working knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and employment laws.
- Experience working with an HRIS system.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and time-sensitive responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manufacturing or an industrial environment is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an approachable, trusted resource for employees, answering HR questions and helping them navigate workplace concerns.
- Support employee relations initiatives and help foster a positive, respectful, and engaging work environment.
- Conduct stay and exit interviews to understand employee experiences and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with HR leadership to address employee concerns and support consistent application of company policies.
- Support recruitment and hiring activities for hourly production employees, interns, and temporary associates.
- Coordinate with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on job postings, interviews, and hiring activities.
- Lead site-level onboarding activities and facilitate new-hire orientation, communicating company policies, benefits, and workplace expectations.
- Support employee offboarding and transitions.
- Assist with employee recognition programs, engagement activities, workplace events, engagement surveys, and employee feedback initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve employee satisfaction, workplace culture, and retention.
- Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, attendance information, and HR documentation.
- Support payroll processes, benefits administration, and employee data management using HRIS systems.
- Maintain headcount and staffing reports.
- Help ensure HR processes and documentation comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
- Assist with developing, communicating, and implementing HR policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information appropriately.
- Prepare HR reports and track key metrics to support business decisions.
- Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Partner with plant leadership and the HR Director to support workforce planning and operational priorities.
- Participate in workplace safety initiatives, training activities, and HR projects.
- Support additional HR responsibilities and initiatives as needed.
- Travel locally between International Wire Group plant locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
