Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support a range of core HR activities in East Hanover. This Contract position will focus on welcoming new hires, maintaining accurate employment documentation, and helping employees navigate day-to-day HR matters. The ideal candidate will bring a balanced approach to compliance, employee support, benefits administration, and performance management in a small team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the full onboarding process for new employees, ensuring each step is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review hiring documents, pre-employment verification records, and pre-employment screening paperwork to confirm all required forms are complete and properly approved.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, helping address workplace issues professionally and in alignment with company policies.
• Support benefits-related activities by assisting employees with enrollments, questions, and general program administration.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date HR records within HR information systems and personnel files.
• Assist managers with performance review activities, including tracking timelines and collecting required documentation.
• Partner with leadership on daily HR administration for a workforce of approximately 22 employees.
• Monitor HR processes for compliance and follow up on missing or incomplete documentation as needed. Employee Relations, Human Resources (HR) Administration, Onboarding, Benefit Functions, HRIS - Human Resources Info Systems