Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist | St. James, MN | $55K–$72K + Sign-On Bonus

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support employees and site leadership in a hands-on, onsite environment. This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys being visible on the production floor, partnering with leadership, and helping employees navigate day-to-day HR needs.

You’ll support employee relations, labor relations, HR compliance, workforce planning, HRIS, recruiting, benefits, engagement, and HR operations while helping drive a positive employee experience.

• Partner with site leadership on day-to-day HR operations and employee relations
• Support workplace investigations, employee concerns, and HR documentation
• Assist with hourly employee retention, attendance, and workforce planning
• Track and analyze HR metrics to support business decisions
• Support onboarding, orientation, training, and employee engagement initiatives
• Assist employees with FMLA, LOA, ADA, benefits, and HR systems
• Support labor relations
  , including grievances, documentation, and compliance
• Maintain accurate HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping records
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on requisitions, hiring, and recruiting initiatives
• Support compliance audits, reporting, job fairs, temporary staffing, and HR projects
• Assist with DE&I and affirmative action initiatives
• Maintain a visible HR presence and regularly interact with employees on the production floor
• Provide support and guidance to junior HR team members as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
  , plus 2+ years of HR experience; equivalent experience considered
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience supporting employee relations, benefits, compensation, and HR programs
• Experience with HRIS, payroll/timekeeping systems, and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters
• Professional, approachable, and employee-focused communication style
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing or field environment

• Manufacturing or field-based HR experience
• Workday or similar HCM experience
• Bilingual Spanish or another language
• 401(k)
• Full-time, onsite position

If you're an HR professional who enjoys being hands-on, visible, and closely connected to both employees and operations
, this could be a great opportunity to grow with an established organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.