HR Generalist – Manufacturing

HR Generalist – Manufacturing
Location: Owosso, MI
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday | On-Site
Compensation: Competitive Salary, Based on Experience

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support daily human resources operations at a manufacturing facility in Owosso, MI. This position will serve as a key partner to plant leadership, providing hands-on support across employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits, compliance, and workplace safety programs.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized HR professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment, builds strong relationships with employees and leadership, and can effectively balance day-to-day HR responsibilities with ongoing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR support to plant leadership and employees, including administration of company policies, procedures, and programs.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, workplace culture, and employee retention efforts.
• Monitor employee timekeeping records and ensure accurate payroll information is submitted for timely processing.
• Research local wage trends, employment conditions, and labor market practices to support workforce planning.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and coordinate recruitment activities.
• Manage the hiring process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
• Conduct new-hire orientations, coordinate employee training, and support performance management initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and HR-related documentation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits, including open enrollment, enrollment changes, general benefits questions, and issue resolution.
• Partner with management on employee relations matters, coaching, performance concerns, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Administer and coordinate employee leave requests, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation matters.
• Support workplace safety programs and ensure adherence to applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to support HR compliance.
• Recommend improvements to HR policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Assist with additional HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Human Resources or a closely related field.
• Experience supporting HR functions such as employee relations, policy administration, recruitment, payroll coordination, benefits, or compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and management.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• At least 2 years of experience in employee relations, HR policy administration, safety, compliance, or related HR Generalist responsibilities.
• Previous HR experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience coordinating FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation matters.
• Familiarity with employee engagement programs, workplace investigations, and performance management.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package may be available, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health reimbursement and health savings account options
• Telemedicine services
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to employer policies.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position supporting a manufacturing facility. The HR Generalist will work closely with plant management, operations teams, and employees while supporting broader HR initiatives as needed.