Human Resource Generalist

About Prime

Introducing Prime Controls 

Established in 1991, Prime Controls is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we deliver comprehensive solutions backed by our size, expertise, and decades of experience. With more than 900 employees nationwide, we serve customers from our Dallas headquarters and offices throughout the South-Central United States. Our mission is to deliver high-quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and cultivating a strong workplace culture. 

Overview

What You Will Do 

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will support day-to-day HR operations with a focus on benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance. You’ll work closely with employees, managers, and HR leadership to resolve issues, maintain accurate records, and ensure consistent, positive employee experience across all locations. 

 

A Typical Day at Prime Controls 

• Support and coordinate employee relations matters, including intake, documentation, follow-up, and partnering with the HR Manager on case resolution 

• Administer employee benefits including enrollments, qualifying events, and troubleshooting questions with carriers 

• Guide employees and managers through the leave of absence process (FMLA, personal leave, workers’ comp coordination with Safety, etc.) 

• Assist with new hire onboarding and ensure timely completion of I-9s, background checks, and required documentation 

• Maintain HRIS accuracy, employee files, and audit-ready records 

• Provide policy interpretation and general HR guidance to employees and frontline leaders 

• Support performance management cycles by tracking deadlines, organizing documentation, and assisting managers 

• Prepare HR metrics and assist with reporting for leadership 

• Partner with Recruiting, Payroll, and Safety teams to support the full employee lifecycle 

• Participate in and help coordinate investigations by collecting facts, scheduling interviews, and maintaining case files 

• Assist with training initiatives and HR projects throughout the year 

 

What You Will Bring 

The Basic 

• 3–5 years of HR experience, with direct hands-on work in benefits administration and employee relations 

• Working knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, leaves of absence, and general HR policies 

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills 

• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion 

• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working in HRIS platforms 

The Preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field 

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) 

• Experience supporting HR in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments 

• Familiarity with ADP, Paylocity, or similar systems 

Benefits (Text Only)

What We Offer  Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:  - Health, Dental, and Vision coverage  - Flexible Spending Account(s)  - Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)  - Generous PTO  - Numerous company events  - 401(k) matching 

Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)

Work Environment  The work environment characteristics described here reflect conditions an employee may encounter while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.    Physical Demands  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision. While performing job duties, the employee may be required to stand, sit, talk, hear, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.