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HR Generalist
Location: Onsite, Canton, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time
Eckinger Construction is seeking a dynamic HR Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and serve as a key HR resource not only for Eckinger Construction but also for affiliated entities under common ownership, supporting a combined workforce of approximately 150 employees. This opportunity allows you to enhance day-to-day HR processes, partner with diverse teams, provide strategic HR guidance across multiple businesses, and make a meaningful impact on organizational growth and employee success.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and files.
- Support performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
- Address employee relations issues and escalate complex cases to leadership when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws, while driving policy updates and implementation.
- Assist the Payroll Specialist with PTO tracking and timecard management.
- Manage Leave of Absence, COBRA, and Workers’ Compensation processes.
- Oversee FMLA requests, short- and long-term disability claims, general employee leave requests, and accommodation requests.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plans.
- Help implement and monitor employee training programs.
- Respond to employee inquiries and provide general HR support.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of HR experience, with strong recruiting expertise.
- Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
- Professional HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary with bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
- Paid Time Off and Holidays.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous company match.