Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support a machinery manufacturing operation in Greer, South Carolina. This contract-to-permanent position partners closely with site leadership to deliver day-to-day HR support across employee relations, benefits, recruiting, payroll coordination, compliance, and training. The role is well suited for a hands-on HR team member who can balance employee support with policy guidance, accurate administration, and continuous improvement of HR programs.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the HR Manager and plant leadership to provide broad human resources support across recruiting, employee relations, benefits, policy administration, reporting, and workforce development.
• Review, refine, and help implement HR policies and procedures while guiding employees and managers on their practical application and consistent use.
• Address workplace concerns by investigating complaints, advising supervisors on resolution strategies, and supporting appropriate follow-up for sensitive employee relations matters.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HRIS data, ensuring employee files and related documentation are complete, current, and audit-ready.
• Process timekeeping information and support weekly payroll activities with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and issue resolution.
• Administer employee benefit programs, manage enrollments and updates, reconcile vendor billing, and correct discrepancies with external providers as needed.
• Coordinate recruitment activities for open positions, manage onboarding and new employee orientation, and build productive relationships with staffing partners and educational organizations.
• Track training needs, maintain learning records, arrange required travel for training events, and deliver training support when appropriate.
• Support performance management, attendance tracking, paid time off records, compensation administration, and corrective action documentation for supervisors and managers.
• Assist with incident and claims documentation, workers' compensation and leave administration, exit interview analysis, health and safety collaboration, and broader HR improvement initiatives that help sustain a positive workplace culture.
• 5+ years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar HR role.
• Background supporting multiple HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR operations.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate employee data and records.
• Working knowledge of payroll processes, with ADP experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret HR policies, guide managers on employee matters, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills for partnering with employees, supervisors, and leadership.
• Familiarity with compliance-related processes such as investigations, leave administration, workers' compensation, and training documentation.