HR Generalist

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to support our client in the Windsor, Connecticut area. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance employee support, compliance, recruiting coordination, and day-to-day HR operations with professionalism and sound judgment. The person in this role will serve as a key resource for managers and employees, helping maintain efficient HR processes while fostering a positive and compliant workplace. Responsibilities: • Manage daily human resources activities across employee relations, recruitment support, onboarding, records administration, and performance-related processes. • Maintain accurate and confidential employee information within the HRIS, ensuring documentation is current, organized, and compliant with company standards. • Coordinate hiring efforts by preparing job postings, reviewing candidate qualifications, scheduling interviews, and supporting the offer and pre-employment process. • Lead onboarding activities for new hires, helping employees transition smoothly into the organization and ensuring completion of required documentation. • Provide guidance to supervisors and staff on workplace policies, disciplinary matters, employee concerns, and appropriate HR procedures. • Support benefits administration by assisting with enrollments, open enrollment activities, leave coordination, and employee questions regarding available programs. • Investigate routine employee relations matters, document findings, and escalate more sensitive or complex issues when necessary. • Monitor compliance with applicable labor regulations, wage and hour practices, and workplace policies within a manufacturing setting. • Contribute to HR initiatives such as training coordination, performance review administration, process enhancements, safety-related programs, and workers’ compensation follow-up.

• Strong background in employee relations, including handling workplace concerns, supporting investigations, and advising management on policy application. • Knowledge of recruiting and onboarding processes, from candidate coordination through new employee orientation and documentation. • Familiarity with benefits administration, leave processes, and general HR policy and compliance requirements. • Proficiency with HRIS platforms and employee record management, with close attention to accuracy and confidentiality. • Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour considerations relevant to a manufacturing environment. • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage sensitive matters professionally. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.