Human Resources Generalist

Road & Rail Services
  • Louisville, KY
    7 days ago

    Job Description

    Human Resources Generalist



    Company: Road & Rail Services
    Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
    Travel: Up to 25% as business needs require

    Build Your HR Career with Road & Rail Services

    Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Generalist to support our growing operations across multiple states. This position is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys problem-solving, working directly with employees and management, and navigating the challenges of a fast-paced operational environment.

    Our company provides essential services to the railroad, automotive, and logistics industries. With employees working across multiple facilities and shifts, our Human Resources team plays an important role in maintaining compliance, supporting operations, and delivering a positive employee experience.

    The successful candidate will bring a minimum of 2 years of professional Human Resources experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple HR priorities. We are especially interested in candidates with experience administering and managing ADP Workforce Now.

    Key Responsibilities

    Human Resources Operations & HRIS Administration

    Maintain accurate employee records, personnel changes, and employment documentation within HR information systems.

    Process and review new hires, terminations, job changes, transfers, and other employee updates.

    Assist with HRIS reporting, employee data audits, and process improvements.

    Partner with payroll to investigate and resolve employee information, compensation, and system discrepancies.

    Help maintain consistency and accuracy across HR processes for multiple locations.

    Employee Relations & Management Support

    Serve as a knowledgeable HR resource for employees, supervisors, and operational leadership.

    Address employee concerns, workplace complaints, attendance issues, and policy questions professionally and confidentially.

    Support workplace investigations, disciplinary documentation, and corrective action procedures.

    Advise management on consistent application of company policies and employment practices.

    Promote positive employee relations and effective communication throughout the organization.

    Compliance & Employment Practices

    Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

    Maintain familiarity with FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, and other applicable employment requirements.

    Assist with Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify procedures, and employment record maintenance.

    Maintain confidential personnel records and support HR audits.

    Monitor changes in employment regulations and assist with implementing policy updates.

    Onboarding, Benefits & Employee Support

    Coordinate new-hire processing and onboarding activities with recruiters and operational managers.

    Assist employees with benefits enrollment, eligibility questions, and general HR inquiries.

    Work with payroll and benefits representatives to resolve employee concerns.

    Support employee engagement, retention initiatives, and ongoing HR improvements.

    Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes and improve the employee experience.

    Required Qualifications

    Minimum of 2 years of professional Human Resources experience.

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

    Working knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and employment regulations.

    Experience using HRIS systems to maintain employee information and process HR transactions.

    Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally at all organizational levels.

    Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

    Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

    Ability to work on-site and travel up to 25% when needed.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Experience with ADP Workforce Now administration and management, including employee record maintenance, HR transactions, reporting, and system functionality.

    SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

    Previous HR experience supporting multiple locations or employees across multiple states.

    Experience working with hourly employees in industrial, railroad, transportation, manufacturing, or logistics environments.

    Familiarity with HR reporting, workforce analytics, and process improvement initiatives.

    Experience supporting employee relations investigations and management coaching.

    Benefits & Opportunities

    At Road & Rail Services, we recognize the important role our HR professionals play in supporting our employees and operational success.

    We offer:

    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

    401(k) retirement plan with company matching

    Paid holidays and vacation

    Professional development and career advancement opportunities

    Opportunities to collaborate with operational and senior leadership

    A supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement

    A company culture that encourages internal advancement



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLouisville, KY

    Skills

    • ADPunmatched
    • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)unmatched
    • Automotive Industryunmatched
    • Business Administrationunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Employee Benefitsunmatched
    • Employee Relationsunmatched
    • Employee Retentionunmatched
    • Employment Lawunmatched
    • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)unmatched
    • HRIS/HRMSunmatched
    • Human Resourcesunmatched
    • Human Resources Managementunmatched
    • Human Resources Processesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • PHR (Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Policy Implementationunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Developmentunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)unmatched
    • Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Workforce Managementunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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