Senior HR Generalist
About The Position
Aertssen Logistics USA, Inc. is expanding operations to Tacoma, WA , and seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist who enjoys building relationships, supporting front-line leaders, and being present in the operation. This role is ideal for someone who values collaboration, understands the realities of a warehouse environment, and wants to make a real impact in a close-knit organization. Reporting to the HR Manager based in Savannah, GA, the Senior HR Generalist will partner closely with Tacoma operations leadership to provide practical HR guidance, ensure compliance, and promote a positive, respectful workplace culture, with a strong emphasis on supporting the warehouse and hourly workforce in Aertssen's second US location. The ideal candidate is approachable, organized, and comfortable balancing policy with common sense.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of progressive HR generalist experience
- Experience supporting hourly and warehouse-based workforces
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices
- Ability to work comfortably in an operational, fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
- Experience in logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution environments
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Multi-site, multi-state HR support experience
- SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted HR partner for employees and supervisors across Aertssen locations
- Provide guidance on workplace issues, policy interpretation, attendance, and conduct
- Support performance management, coaching conversations, corrective actions, and investigations
- Promote consistent HR practices while recognizing site-specific operational needs
- Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly warehouse roles, supervisors, and salaried positions
- Coordinate interviews, offers, background checks, drug screens, and onboarding requirements
- Lead or support new hire orientation and onboarding
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, state leave laws, etc.)
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data across the organization
- Assist with policy updates, handbook administration, and employee communications
- Process payroll for temporary and regular employees, ensuring timely and accurate payroll records
- Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and general questions
- Support leave of absence administration, including FMLA, medical, personal, and state-specific leaves
- Partner with payroll and benefits vendors to resolve employee issues
- Travel between warehouse locations as needed to support employees and leaders
- Assist with HR audits, reporting, and compliance tracking
- Support safety initiatives and partner with operations on training and engagement efforts
- Participate in HR projects focused on retention, consistency, and employee experience
- All this is always carried out in accordance with our company's quality, environmental, and health policies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Uniforms/PPE provided
- Training and advancement opportunities
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a high-volume, startup-like environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
