Human Resources Generalist

Support the employee lifecycle in a hands-on HR Generalist role partnering with the HR Manager and department leaders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full-cycle onboarding and orientation support, including new-hire processing, compliance administration, and facilitation of New Associate Orientation.
• Support associates across different stages of the employee lifecycle and connect them with appropriate HR resources.
• Maintain accurate employee databases, records, and reports.
• Answer routine associate questions related to organizational policies, procedures, benefits, and HR processes.
• Build positive working relationships and learn the needs of assigned business segments.
• Support the HR Manager with employee relations matters, including workplace investigations when concerns are raised.
• Partner on termination matters and conduct exit interviews as needed.
• Coordinate associate recognition and engagement activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve organizational efficiency, associate education, and engagement.
• Assist with development and modification of training programs.
• Collaborate with subject-matter experts on cross-functional projects and special assignments.
• Provide backup support across payroll, onboarding, benefits, talent acquisition, and compliance.
• As needed, review electronic timecards and support accurate, timely payroll processing.
• Help prepare HR reports and analytics to support leadership decision-making and strategic planning.
• Assist associates with benefits enrollment and vendor service questions.
• Support DOT processing and maintain file management.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Communicate relevant workplace updates to assigned client groups as appropriate.
• Contribute to the organization’s mission by completing other duties as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Work model flexes between corporate support and time embedded within operations.
• Travel locally within Southeast Georgia is expected, approximately 25% to 50% per month, to support the workforce.
• Occasional weekend work may be required for special events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or proven direct experience with independent proficiency across HR functional areas).
• Minimum 3 years of progressive, related HR experience, including talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, and employee relations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a professional demeanor with associates.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, facilitation, conflict resolution, and organizational influence skills.
• Ability to create and analyze trends and metrics for assigned client groups.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Ability to travel throughout the Southeast Georgia Territory.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, grasp, push pull, and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Technologies

• HRIS platforms
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Access to the Associate Success Program for resources and barrier navigation
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Associate shopping discount and celebratory activities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Free training and development programs

Location: Savannah, GA (hybrid). Pay: USD 24 to 25 per hour.