Human Resources Generalist

This is a confidential search for an HR Generalist position within the manufacturing industry in the Northern Indiana - Michiana area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for the facility, providing guidance on policy interpretation, conflict resolution, and driving employee engagement initiatives
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process & agency coordination for direct labor hires including production and some skilled trades, including sourcing, interviewing, and facilitating a high-energy onboarding experience
• Maintain all personnel records and ensure the facility remains compliant with federal and state labor laws, OSHA requirements, and mandatory safety training documentation
• Provide essential administrative support to the plant leadership, including managing office supplies, vendor deliveries, and general front-office reception duties
• Assist the Operations team with production-related administrative tasks, such as tracking supply orders and supporting inventory documentation as needed
• Act as a liaison between the local manufacturing team and the larger corporate parent to ensure corporate HR initiatives are effectively implemented at the site level

POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of HR experience, ideally in a solo-contributor capacity or within a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal daily supervision while effectively prioritizing HR duties alongside plant support needs
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with both shop-floor employees and corporate leadership
• Willingness to "wear many hats" and jump into operations, supply ordering, or administrative tasks outside of traditional HR scopes

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Direct experience in rubber or plastic manufacturing environments is highly desirable
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus
• Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycor, UKG) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, and working on a computer
• Frequently will spent time in Production and or Warehouse areas. Must wear required PPE in the designated operations areas
• Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 annually

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.