Human Resources Generalist - Entry Level

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Entry-Level HR Generalist to join our

growing team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the daily operations

of our people. You will gain hands-on, broad exposure to the entire employee

lifecycle—including talent acquisition, onboarding, compliance, benefits coordination,

and employee relations. This position is ideal for an ambitious professional or recent

graduate looking to build a long-term career in Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support: Maintain physical and digital personnel files (HRIS)

ensuring 100% compliance with privacy and audit standards.

Recruitment Coordination: Post job openings, screen resumes for entry-level

production roles, coordinate interviews, and conduct background checks/drug

screenings.

Onboarding: Prepare orientation materials, lead new-hire tours of the facility, and

ensure all "Day 1" paperwork (I-9s, tax forms) is completed accurately. Entering

Schedules into HRIS on Day 1.

Time & Attendance: Assist the Senior Generalist in tracking shift attendance,

managing badge access, and resolving basic payroll discrepancies.

Employee Inquiries: Answer routine questions about benefits, PTO balances, and

company holidays for both hourly and salaried staff.

Safety & Events: Help track safety training completion and coordinate plant-wide

events like "Employee Appreciation" lunches or Employee Engagements.

Employee Engagement & Culture: Plan, coordinate, and execute special

company events, holiday parties, and team-building activities. Design, print, and

distribute creative flyers and digital notices around the building to promote

internal programs. Lead monthly employee engagement initiatives and 

administer workplace satisfaction surveys. Manage milestones like work

anniversaries, employee birthdays, and performance recognition programs.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s

degree in HR/Business is a plus.

Experience: 1–2 years of administrative experience (preferably in an industrial or

fast-paced office environment).

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite

(especially Excel and Word) and basic familiarity with an HRIS or Payroll system

(e.g., Paylocity).

Soft Skills: Exceptional organization, a friendly and approachable demeanor, and

the ability to handle sensitive information with total discretion.

Confident handling of sensitive, strictly confidential information.