Human Resources Generalist

Black Bear Talent is seeking a highly capable and well-rounded Human Resources Generalist for our client. This is a direct-hire opportunity with strong growth potential for an HR professional who brings solid business acumen, a strong HR foundation, and a talent-growth mindset. The Human Resources Generalist will play a key role in supporting the organization through full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and collaboration with leaders on both day-to-day and strategic HR initiatives.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for exempt and non-exempt roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to define competencies, screening criteria, and interview structure.
• Coordinate with temporary staffing agencies and external recruitment partners.
• Support onboarding and new hire integration.
• Maintain applicants tracking documentation and compliance reporting.
• Support H-2B or similar visa programs in coordination with legal counsel.
• Maintain confidential tracking of candidate documentation and compliance timelines.
• Ensure regulatory adherence to Department of Labor and USCIS requirements.
• Administer FMLA, ADA, and other statutory or company leaves.
• Maintain leave tracking systems and documentation.
• Communicate with medical providers and ensure return-to-work clearance compliance.
• Maintain personnel records, I-9 documentation, and audit readiness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Other duties as assigned per the HR Director

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA).
• Understanding of H-2B or similar employment-based visa programs.
• Proficiency in full-cycle recruitment and workforce planning.
• Experience managing leave administration and employee documentation.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies consistently.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Effective communication skills across hourly and leadership populations.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office, and tracking tools.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in diverse workforce environments.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Critical thinking and sound judgement in employee relations matters

Education/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 4 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, industry, or distribution environment preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred but not required.
• Experience working with external immigration counsel is strongly preferred.

At Black Bear Talent we’re not just about filling a space. We partner with you to find the right fill for your needs. Our number one goal is to find you the career candidate and building the relationship with the employer as your trusted source for staffing and direct hires