Human Resources Generalist

M-D Building Products • Oklahoma City, OK

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist plays a key role in fostering an employee-centric,
high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, and productivity.
This position is responsible for developing and executing HR initiatives that
support the organization’s goals, maintaining accurate employee records, and
providing comprehensive support to both corporate and hourly team members.

The HR Generalist ensures compliance with employment laws, manages the whole
employee lifecycle through HRIS, and contributes to continuous improvement and a
strong sense of belonging across the organization. This role requires strong
analytical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to
handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field; HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is preferred.
• 3+ years of demonstrated success in an HR support/generalist role
• Must be located in or able to commute to Oklahoma City for on-site work
• Strong knowledge of all HR functional areas
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA/ADA processes, and labor law basics
• Understanding of harassment basics and investigation procedures
• Experience with HRIS systems (UKG preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to draft SMART action plans and disciplinary documentation
• Experience documenting attendance policies and policy violations
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to balance empathy with policy enforcement
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Own and manage all HRIS transactions, processes, and documentation for all employee lifecycle events, including salary, reporting structure, position changes, and internal mobility.
• Oversee employee termination procedures, including conducting exit interviews and coordinating the offboarding process.
• Partner with HR team members on special projects related to a wide variety of HR initiatives, including compliance, HRIS, policies & procedures, recruitment, and general administration.
• Provide administrative support with complex employment-related investigations, end-to-end, including conducting intake meetings, background research, investigative interviews, and debrief meetings for workplace investigations for EEO, and/or sensitive employee relations situations such as allegations of discrimination, harassment, Title VII violations, retaliation, misconduct, and hostile work environment determinations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for supervisors to assess issues without escalating everything to guidance. Intake and document basic investigations, including attendance, policy violations, and conduct matters. Recognize when to escalate issues or concerns appropriately.
• Assist supervisors with drafting detailed write-ups, SMART action plans, and termination documentation.
• Coach supervisors on difficult conversations and proper documentation practices. Provide policy guidance where appropriate.
• Explain decisions and outcomes professionally and empathetically while consistently enforcing company policies. Manage competing priorities with attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
• Ensure the accuracy of employee data in the HRIS by conducting regular audits and updates.
• Produce a variety of reports (turnover, EEO1, turnover metrics) that cover employee management, compliance, and organization development.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, leave policies, open enrollment, employee communication, and resolving benefits-related issues.
• Oversee performance review processes and develop strategies for employee growth and retention.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary.
• Build relationships by being boots-on-the-ground with team members and leadership. Support recruiting efforts and engage with community partners to build talent pipelines.
• Identify business needs proactively and deliver solutions when problems arise. Operate independently while knowing when to seek guidance.

Benefits

• M-D Building Products, Inc offers a benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, On-Site Clinic, Voluntary Life Insurance, Lab Card Program, Group Term Life & AD&D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 401(K) with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Education & Development, Mental Wellness (Employee Assistance Program), and Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level