Human Resources Generalist

Peterson Wholesale • Auburn, WA

1d

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports and administers human resources duties, workplace safety, employee engagement, training, and organizational initiatives across the company. The role helps develop and maintain effective HR processes, support operational staffing needs, ensure workplace safety compliance, strengthen employee engagement, and facilitate employee training and development. It requires an organized, proactive, and collaborative person who can manage multiple initiatives, maintain accurate documentation, coordinate cross-functional activities, and drive projects to completion. Strong communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to build positive working relationships are important.

The position reports to the CFO and works collaboratively with the HR Business Partner, department managers, and senior leadership to ensure the organization has the people, processes, resources, and training needed to support business objectives and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Five years of experience in Human Resources.
• Bachelor’s degree or related experience.
• Knowledge and expertise in HR policies and procedures.
• Significant knowledge of the hiring process.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and current regulations.
• Experience in training and development.
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of conflict management.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ADP, NetSuite, and Talent LMS.
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish beyond a conversational level.
• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate hiring activities, staffing needs, candidate communications, and employee onboarding in partnership with HR and department leadership.
• Maintain safety programs, coordinate incident reporting, training, and safety meetings, and support OSHA and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate company events, employee recognition programs, and initiatives that promote employee morale and retention.
• Oversee uniform inventory, distribution, replenishment, and company-branded apparel initiatives.
• Maintain job descriptions, organizational charts, RACI documentation, and personnel records.
• Support audits, compensation benchmarking, and employee communications.
• Coordinate employee training programs and administer the Talent LMS.
• Support NetSuite implementation and training, and facilitate sales training and CRM adoption.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage is available to eligible employees and their covered dependents.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance of $25,000, with additional voluntary coverage options.
• 401(k) plan; employees may begin contributing after 30 days of employment.
• Employer matches approximately $0.30 per dollar up to 6% of eligible income.
• A dedicated financial partner is available to support investment education and planning.

What This Job Offers

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