Human Resources Generalist

Aston Carter • St. Louis, MO

1d • $31 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist will support day-to-day HR operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership and employees to drive HR initiatives, ensure compliance, and support workforce engagement across the facility. The ideal candidate is hands-on, comfortable working on the floor, and able to balance strategic HR support with administrative execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience handling employee relations, investigations, and performance management.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Workday
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and support production teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting hourly/non-exempt workforce.
• Exposure to safety or EHS programs within manufacturing.
• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary HR resource for employees and supervisors across the manufacturing site.
• Support full-cycle recruitment efforts including job postings, screening, interviews, and onboarding.
• Administer HR programs including compensation, benefits, payroll support, and leave of absence.
• Manage employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and provide coaching to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations as well as company policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data, including hires, terminations, and status changes.
• Assist with performance management processes, including evaluations, corrective actions, and talent development.
• Support training initiatives including onboarding, compliance training, and ongoing development programs.
• Partner with safety/EHS teams to support workplace safety initiatives and compliance requirements.
• Engage in employee engagement efforts, communication initiatives, and plant-wide programs.
• Provide guidance to managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and HR projects as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

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