Human Resources Generalist

Helix Traffic Solutions•Plymouth, MA

About The Position

This role involves comprehensive Human Resources and Payroll administration, with a specific focus on managing payroll for both union and non-union employees. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate payroll processing, managing employee onboarding and records, administering benefits, maintaining compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements, and utilizing HRIS systems for reporting. The position requires strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of Human Resources and Payroll administration experience in a unionized work environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), union grievance processes, contract interpretation, seniority systems, wage administration, and payroll compliance related to union employees.
Knowledge of payroll processes, employee benefits, and employment practices.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate weekly payroll submissions and review payroll reports for accuracy.
Serve as the primary payroll contact for employees and management.
Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required.
Oversee payroll processing for union and non-union employees, ensuring accurate application of wage rates, overtime, shift premiums, union dues, benefits, and other contractually required payments.
Maintain compliance with payroll regulations and collective bargaining agreements through audits, reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with union representatives and benefit providers.
Manage employee onboarding, personnel records, and HR documentation.
Support recruiting, hiring, employee development, and offboarding activities.
Answer employee questions regarding policies, payroll, and benefits.
Assist managers with performance management and employee relations matters.
Coordinate employee benefit enrollments and qualifying life events.
Assist with open enrollment activities and benefit communications.
Reconcile benefit invoices and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain compliance with employment laws and company policies.
Manage I-9 documentation, personnel records, unemployment claims, and audit requests.
Support workers' compensation and related reporting requirements.
Partner with managers and union representatives to address employee relations matters, grievances, disciplinary actions, and contract compliance.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, union agreements, and company policies while supporting employee onboarding, performance management, workforce planning, and recordkeeping.
Maintain employee data within HR and payroll systems.
Generate HR, payroll, and workforce reports as requested.