Human Resources Generalist
Job Description
Penn Color is seeking an onsite HR Generalist to deliver day-to-day human resources support across the employee lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Act as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, providing timely, practical guidance
- Coach managers on employee relations, performance expectations, corrective action, attendance, and workplace concerns
- Conduct workplace investigations and recommend consistent, appropriate resolutions
- Support recruiting activities, including candidate screening and interview participation
- Coordinate new-hire onboarding and help maintain a positive employee experience throughout employment
- Administer HR policies, programs, and procedures consistently and in compliance with applicable laws
- Support performance management, goal setting, talent reviews, employee development, and future talent management activities
- Partner with leaders to identify training needs and coordinate development opportunities
- Maintain accurate employee records and process employment changes in the HR information system (including support to managers as needed)
- Support employee engagement, recognition, wellness, and company-sponsored events
- Participate in HR projects and continuous-improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification required
- At least 5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience
- Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Proven experience handling employee relations and performance matters
- Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, benefits, leave administration, and HR programs
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems; Workday experience is a plus
Technology
- Microsoft Office
- HR information systems
- Workday (plus)
Success looks like
- Employees and managers receive responsive, consistent, trusted HR support
- Workplace concerns are addressed promptly, fairly, and professionally
- HR processes and employee records are accurate, compliant, and well organized
- Managers are better equipped to lead, develop, and hold employees accountable
- HR programs support a positive, engaging, high-performing workplace
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Location: Hatfield, PA (onsite, 5 days a week)
Reporting: VP, Human Resources