HR Generalist / Receptionist

SUMMARY: The HR Generalist / Receptionist provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources function within a manufacturing environment. This role currently supports a shared services HR model for two companies and serves as a key point of contact for employees and visitors. The position requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to handle confidential information while supporting payroll, HR systems, and employee related processes.

• Client Oriented – Focus on developing long-term relationships, products, and services that meet client needs.
• Open – Communicate honestly and transparently about capabilities, challenges, and solutions.
• Nimble – Think critically, respond quickly, and adapt effectively to changing priorities and situations.
• Necessary – Recognize that every role contributes to organizational success and take ownership of outcomes.
• Engineering Mindset – Approach challenges by developing practical, thoughtful solutions regardless of role.
• Continuous Improvement – Actively seek opportunities to improve processes, performance, and personal development.
• Teamwork – Collaborate effectively with coworkers, leadership, vendors, and clients to achieve shared goals.

• Process and administer weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across two companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Maintain and update employee data in the HRIS (ADP Workforce Now) including new hires, terminations, job changes, pay changes, and employee demographics.
• Serve as an HR generalist in a shared services model, supporting multiple manufacturing entities.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting jobs, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, onboarding new hires, and conducting new hire orientations.
• Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k), including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee questions.
• Act as the front-desk receptionist, greeting visitors, answering and directing phone calls, and providing general information.
• Arrange food and catering services for visitors, meetings, and leadership team needs as required.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, policies, and procedures in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with employee relations matters by escalating concerns, maintaining documentation, and supporting HR initiatives.
• Maintain personnel files and records in compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Support HR audits, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Coordinate training sessions and HR communications as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong payroll processing and data accuracy skills
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual preferred (English / Spanish)

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 2–4 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Prior payroll processing experience required 
• Experience supporting multiple companies or shared services HR strongly preferred
• ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred