Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist 2

Job Description

Department: Human Resources

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: HR Business Partner

Location: Ponca City, OK

Amount of Travel Required: Less than 10%

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm                                   

Positions Supervised: None

POSITION SUMMARY: The HR Generalist provides onsite HR support to employees and leaders within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership, production supervisors, and hourly associates to support staffing needs, employee relations, compliance, safety programs, and daily HR operations. The HR Generalist ensures consistent application of company policies, fosters a positive workplace culture, and supports operational goals through strong HR service delivery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")

• Serves as the primary point of contact onsite for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Collaborates with the Talent Acquisition team to support staffing needs to include but not limited to resume review, interviews, and offer creation.
• Supports initiatives that reinforce culture, recognition, and employee engagement across all shifts.
• Assists HRBP with addressing employee relations matters including fact-finding conversations, documentation, coaching supervisors, conflict resolution or investigations as needed.
• Facilitates new hire orientation and ensure readiness for Day 1 within the plant.
• Ensures completion and accuracy of I-9s, E-Verify, and new hire data entry in collaboration with TA Specialist.
• Supports benefits enrollment and administration, including open enrollment and life event changes.
• Collaborates with payroll and benefits teams to resolve employee issues and ensure data accuracy.
• Assists with workers’ compensation claims, unemployment claims as needed.
• Processes employee disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Assists with performance management processes and documentation.
• Assists the HRBP with supporting onsite HR team members.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts, contributing to streamlined HR processes and compliance accuracy.
• Supports safety programs, incident reporting, and return-to-work accommodations as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive employee matters.
• Maintains accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assists with audits, reporting, and policy updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Successfully passes background check, pre-employment drug screening, and any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Proficiency in spoken English language.
• Position requires in-person, predictable attendance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• U.S. High School Diploma or G.E.D required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5 or more years of experience in HR or related administrative roles, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or similar environments.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a plant environment (PPE, noise, active machinery).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., Paycom experience is a plus.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel. The employee works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods at a desk while typing on a computer, whether in a home office, corporate office, client office, or jobsite. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. When required to visit a wellsite, the work environment may include exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio levels up to 85 dB, inclement weather, and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold). Given these conditions, employees visiting a pad site are required to wear company-mandated and company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including fire retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and impact gloves, and must strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Employees must be able to independently lift 25 lbs.

Work hours may include early morning, late afternoon/evening hours, and weekends in combination depending on job demands.

AAP /EEO STATEMENT

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws.  Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.

Last Revised 03/2026.