Position Summary

The HR Generalist I serves as an entry-level Human Resources professional supporting daily HR operations within a manufacturing environment. Working under the guidance of HR leadership, this role assists with employee lifecycle activities, onboarding, training coordination, HR administration, employee inquiries, and compliance-related tasks. The HR Generalist I develops foundational HR knowledge while providing support to employees and leaders and helping ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.

The HR Generalist I is expected to learn HR processes, build business acumen, and gradually develop the skills necessary to handle increasingly complex employee and organizational issues.

Location

This position will be based on-site at our brand-new manufacturing facility in Byhalia, MS.

Shift

To Be Determined. Flexibility is preferred, as there will be multiple openings on various shifts.

What Will You Do?

The HR Generalist I provides administrative and operational HR support across multiple functional areas. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist employees and managers with routine HR questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment practices.

• Support onboarding activities including new hire orientation, document collection, system transactions, and employee integration activities.

• Maintain employee personnel files, HR records, and required documentation in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.

• Assist with employee lifecycle activities including transfers, promotions, status changes, and separations.

• Support attendance tracking and reporting processes.

• Coordinate training activities, maintain training records, and assist with compliance-related training requirements.

• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and site-wide employee events and programs.

• Support recruiting and hiring activities, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding coordination.

• Conduct routine audits of HR records and assist with compliance reporting requirements.

• Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and other administrative documentation as requested.

• Escalate employee relations concerns and policy issues to HR leadership for guidance and resolution.

• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee information and sensitive business matters.

• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

How Will You Get Here?

Education

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

Experience

• 0-2+ years of Human Resources, administrative, internship, or related professional experience.

• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment preferred.

• Exposure to HR processes, employee service activities, recruiting, onboarding, or administrative support preferred.

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and HR systems is beneficial.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of Human Resources principles and practices.

• Strong customer service orientation and ability to build positive working relationships.

• Ability to follow established processes, procedures, and detailed instructions.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.

• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and build knowledge across HR functional areas.

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