Human Resources Generalist - Safety & Compliance

Position Overview

The HR Generalist supports employees and leaders across multiple locations by delivering a wide range of Human Resources services, including employee relations, talent support, compliance, onboarding, leave administration, workplace safety, and HR operations. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers, helping ensure consistent HR practices, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative HR professional who enjoys working across multiple HR disciplines and can balance day-to-day employee support with operational and compliance-focused responsibilities.Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on company policies, procedures, and employment practices.

Support employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, and corrective action processes.

Assist with employee engagement, retention, recognition, and development initiatives.

Support leave administration, accommodations, and employee support programs.

Maintain employee records and HR documentation while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.

Participate in HR projects and initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience.

Talent & Employee Lifecycle Support

Support recruiting and hiring activities, including offer preparation, onboarding, and new hire orientation.

Serve as an HR contact for assigned locations and remote employees.

Assist with employee lifecycle events, including transfers, promotions, status changes, and offboarding.

Support workforce planning and staffing initiatives in partnership with managers and business leaders.

Coordinate pre-employment and post-employment processes, including background checks, employment verification, and related documentation.

Compliance, Safety & HR Operations

Support organizational compliance initiatives and assist with audits, reporting, and recordkeeping activities.

Coordinate workers' compensation claims, return-to-work processes, and related employee communications.

Assist with workplace safety programs, training initiatives, incident reporting, and corrective action follow-up.

Maintain compliance-related documentation and support regulatory reporting requirements.

Monitor HR, safety, and workforce-related metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.

Support HRIS administration, reporting, and data integrity efforts.

Provide backup support for payroll processing and employee inquiries as needed.

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure effective service delivery across locations.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience

3-5 years of Human Resources experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, HR operations, or related functions.

Experience supporting multiple locations and/or remote employees preferred.

Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, engineering, professional services, or other fast-paced environments preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting employee relations and workplace investigations.

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance requirements.

Familiarity with workers' compensation, leave administration, and workplace safety programs.

Experience with HRIS, payroll, and workforce management systems.

SHRM-CP, PHR, or related certification preferred.

Soft Skills:

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Adaptable and flexible with the ability to support a variety of HR functions and business needs.

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and follow-through.

Proactive, customer-focused, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Technology Stack:

HRIS/HCM & Workforce Management Systems

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) & Onboarding Platforms

Payroll, Timekeeping & Attendance Systems

Leave Management & Employee Records Systems

HR Analytics & Reporting Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.

Ability to regularly move throughout manufacturing, warehouse, and operational facilities.

Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by phone.

Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Ability to participate in facility inspections, safety audits, and operational walk-throughs.

Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when needed to support operations and employee needs.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.