Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Location:

Fremont, OH area

Profitable, established manufacturer is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join the HR team and partner with managers throughout the site to develop and improve HR processes.

Candidates should enjoy working in a team environment, be a self‑starter, take initiative on projects, and have a continuous‑improvement mindset. They must be willing to spend 20–40% of their time on the manufacturing floor interacting with hourly and salary staff.

• Promote a safe working culture by supporting facility safety requirements
• Act as a full‑cycle HR Generalist, assisting with employee relations, investigations,
  FMLA
  , etc.
• Conduct plant investigations, including documentation and counseling
• Provide HR assistance and support for the plant
• Support positive employee relation efforts and complete HR investigations as needed
• Maintain staffing partner relationships for hourly and salary staffing
• Co‑lead the new‑hire orientation process, including performing orientation when required
• Oversee Workers’ Compensation and FMLA processes
• Coach and mentor supervisors to conduct HR functions in a timely and professional manner, including PIPs, suspensions, exit interviews, and terminations
• Perform data entry and HR functions in the HRIS system
• Own the internal bidding process
• Serve as backup for payroll and timekeeping
• Provide input to policy administration
• Develop and promote employee engagement activities
• Support off‑shift production in a 24/7 operating environment by being flexible to visit off shifts as needed
• Review HR metrics and KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Human Resources or related field
• At least 3–5 years in a similar HR Generalist position in manufacturing and/or distribution
• Strong experience with incident investigations and employee relations
• Exposure to payroll and timekeeping systems
• Familiarity with FMLA and leave of absence policies
• Basic understanding of internal bidding processes
• Technical savvy capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills

• Large workforce experience
• MBA
• Experience with non‑union workforce
• SHRM certification
• BWC experience
• Experience in regulated environments

• Medical benefits available day one of employment
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
• Profit sharing
• Bonus potential
• Work‑life balance with flexible scheduling for appointments