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HR Generalist | Wooster, OH

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI)
Wooster, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026
Position Description

Title: HR Generalist

Reports to: Division Controller

Department: HR/Accounting

Position Purpose

Administers the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) Department, including but not limited to recruiting and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and procedures. Additional administrative support to the Accounting Department as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

Tasks related to this salaried-exempt position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:

  • Follows established safety rules and procedures at all times.
  • Assumes primary responsibility for administering health and welfare plans, including timely benefit enrollments, changes and terminations.
  • Maintains associate data and documents in HRIS/Payroll system (UKG), including but not limited to new hire and termination checklists.
  • Lead BCI Wooster’s and BCI Indianapolis’ recruiting efforts to attract and retain the right people, including occasional travel (
  • Collaborates with Division Controller to administer leaves of absence to comply with employment laws and company policy.
  • Processes and administers unemployment and workers’ compensation claims with the insurance provider and/or relevant state agency.
  • Assists with workplace investigations and completing incident reports as needed.
  • Assists with preparation of performance review process and development of training materials.
  • Works with Division Controller to administer required drug and alcohol screenings through third party screening vendors per company policy.
  • Administers wellness initiatives and helps promote and organize annual health fair event.
  • Collaborates with management/hiring teams on associate recruitment, talent acquisition, training, development, performance management, discipline and terminations.
  • Assists associates with day-to-day HR requests and helps resolve workplace issues.
  • Conducts timely and thorough pre-employment screening and associate onboarding, creating a welcoming and informative experience for new hires.
  • Administers BCI Associate Handbook policies and periodic updates.
  • Ensures compliance with state and federal employment laws and company HR policies.
  • Processes hourly associate payroll weekly and collaborates with Division Controller to maintain accurate work schedules and attendance records in UKG.
  • Assists Division Controller with tracking and monitoring temp worker labor hours consistent with company policy.
  • Coordinates travel accommodations for visitors.
  • Provides administrative support to the general office and Accounting Department (e.g., accounts payable and accounts receivable), as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Full-time role in an office/manufacturing setting.

  • Skill Set

    • Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well independently and with others at all levels of the organization.
    • Results-orientated individual who can work well independently and with a team.
    • Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
    • Demonstrates an aptitude for helping people solve problems.
    • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
    • Strong foundational knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations and understanding of HR principles.
    • Organized with ability to meet deadlines.
    • Comfortable having daily interaction with hourly and salaried associates.
    • Functions well in a fast-paced environment.
    • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.

    Qualifications Desired

    • Minimum of 2-5 years of professional-level HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
    • Associate degree in business administration, HR management or related field.
    • SHRM or equivalent HR certification preferred.

    About BCI

    Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.

    BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.

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