Human Resource Generalist

Autokiniton • Lebanon, TN

48d • $53,800 - $89,400 • Onsite

About The Position

AUTOKINITON is seeking a skilled and motivated Human Resources Generalist to join our Operations team at our Lebanon, Tennessee facility. This mid-career role is integral to supporting the full spectrum of human resources functions within a fast-paced, high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. The HR Generalist will serve as a key resource for both management and associates, ensuring that HR policies, procedures, and programs are implemented effectively and consistently across the plant. Reporting to the Human Resources' Manager, this individual will be responsible for fostering a positive workplace culture aligned with AUTOKINITON's core values of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of progressive HR generalist experience
• Experience preferably within an automotive or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of employment law
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly and salaried positions, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, offer letters, and onboarding. Partner with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective talent acquisition strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and OSHA requirements. Maintain and update HR policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements and company standards.
• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Serve as a resource for associates regarding benefits enrollment, changes, and inquiries.
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation, on-the-job training programs, and ongoing learning and development initiatives. Support the use of the company's learning management system to track and report on training completion.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system. Generate HR reports and metrics to support data-driven decision-making by plant leadership.
• Support the annual performance review process, including goal-setting, mid-year check-ins, and year-end evaluations. Coach managers on effective performance management techniques and documentation practices.
• Collaborate with the safety team to support workers compensation claims management, return-to-work programs, and workplace safety initiatives.
• Participate in and lead HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives that support the overall strategic goals of the Lebanon facility and AUTOKINITON as a whole.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Company contribution match
• Up to 15 paid holidays annually
• Relocation assistance (including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for salaried positions)

What This Job Offers

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