Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for a personable and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join a manufacturing organization. This fully onsite contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role supports day-to-day HR operations while serving as a reliable resource for employees and managers across the business. The role combines employee support, recruiting coordination, onboarding, benefits assistance, and administrative follow-through in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support daily human resources activities by answering employee questions, preparing documentation, and ensuring records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts from opening approval through candidate communication, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics.
• Lead onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork completion, orientation support, and preparation for a smooth start.
• Assist team members with benefit-related inquiries, enrollment support, leave administration, and general HR policy guidance.
• Partner with managers to share updates, provide HR-related communication, and help address employee relations matters appropriately.
• Maintain and update information within HR systems, including Paylocity, to help ensure employee data is current and reliable.
• Review and reconcile vendor invoices as needed, following internal procedures and supporting accurate administrative processing.
• Use Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Outlook, to organize reports, track HR activity, and manage communication effectively.
• At least 5 years of experience in a human resources generalist or HR support role.
• Hands-on background in employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR operations.
• Experience supporting recruiting processes, including candidate coordination and new employee documentation.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience is strongly preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and other Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an onsite environment.
• Clear communication skills and a detail-focused, approachable style when supporting employees and leadership.