Associate, Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist partners with the production team across multiple shifts and acts as a primary point of contact for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and day-to-day HR services.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain employee-related databases and use Human Resources software to support HRIS operations; assist employees with HRIS-related questions.
• Prepare standard and periodic HR reports for management upon request or as needed.
• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting logistics, including job posting, scheduling, assessments, and pre-employment tasks; conduct pre-screen interviews and build candidate pipelines using tools such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and an ATS.
• Coordinate the onboarding program, including schedules, presenters, logistics, and new hire paperwork review; conduct the new hire 90-day check-in.
• Coordinate the co-op recruiting cycle, including career fairs, co-op events and activities, and candidate housing assistance.
• Support company-wide engagement activities and manage internal communications (newsletter, SharePoint, and internal media) with timely and accurate updates.
• Answer routine employee questions about HR policies, procedures, and programs; escalate situations requiring interpretation, judgment, or employee relations guidance.
• Serve as a point of contact for benefits questions, enrollments, and changes related to life events.
• Assist with FMLA administration.
• Provide education and supporting materials to managers and employees, including workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, and standardized reports.
• Support benefits communication and employment processes.
• Participate in training support and wellness initiatives, as well as staff meetings and other HR-related meetings.
• Communicate HR policies, procedures, programs, and applicable laws as directed by the HR Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform assigned tasks with professionalism in ambiguous situations.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Organizational Development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant human resources experience; experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented approach with capability to manage multiple tasks at once and work with a sense of urgency.
• Proven communication skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and tasks through completion.
• Ability to work in ambiguous situations with professionalism, respect, and integrity.
• Proficiency with computers and tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and HR software.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification preferred (PHR, SHRM-CP).
• Experience with process improvement, continuous improvement, or change management is a plus.

Technologies

• Human Resources software, HRIS, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, HR software
• LinkedIn, Indeed, ATS, SharePoint

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• Vacation
• Holidays

Working Conditions

• Standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time.
• Performing tasks with computers for extended periods of time.
• Wearing appropriate PPE and following safety procedures.
• Some time spent in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• May require working outside of regular hours to complete duties and special assignments.
• Must be available to support multiple shift operations.
• Minimal travel with very few overnight stays.

Role Details

• Location: Williamsburg, IA (onsite)
• Experience: 1+ years
• Minimum experience: 1 years