Human Resource Generalist

Summary: The HR Generalist supports the full spectrum of HR operations at Subzero Engineering. This position plays a key role in employee relations, recruitment, compliance, onboarding, training, compensation support, and overall HR program coordination. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role works under the direction of the HR Manager and collaborates closely with leadership to support business objectives and workforce initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

• Administer and support policies, programs, and procedures across all functional areas of HR, including employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, payroll, benefits and HRIS maintenance.
• Partner with managers and supervisors on recruiting efforts for hourly positions. Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, extend offers, and conduct reference checks.
• Conduct and coordinate new hire orientation to ensure understanding of company policies, safety practices, and culture.
• Maintain personnel files, HR records, training logs, timekeeping corrections, and benefit documentation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support employee lifecycle events such as promotions, transfers, leaves of absence, and terminations in partnership with corporate HR and payroll.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding policies, benefits, performance management, and workplace concerns; escalate matters when appropriate.
• Track and maintain headcount and workforce data for full-time and temporary employees.
• Collaborate with temporary staffing agencies to meet hiring needs, resolve invoicing issues, and manage agency worker performance.
• Assist in employee relations matters by supporting investigations, drafting documentation, and coaching supervisors through corrective actions.
• Monitor and support consistent application of the attendance policy; work closely with supervisors to address attendance issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Partner with leadership to support the achievement of plant KPIs through effective workforce management, employee engagement, and retention strategies.
• Administer performance management processes and assist with training initiatives, safety communications, and employee engagement activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and recommend best practices.
• Prepare and distribute HR-related reports as needed for audits, leadership, or planning.
• Coordinate company events, recognition programs, and other plant-wide initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required). Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field (preferred) or a broad theoretical/experiential knowledge equivalent to a four-year college or university education, and at least three (3) years’ experience in a Human Resources role.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word); experience with HRIS/payroll systems preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Must be able to work onsite daily
• Bilingual English/Spanish highly desired

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Regular use of a computer and standard office equipment is required
• Frequently required to sit, talk, or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, and lift up to 10 pounds
• Work is performed onsite in an office environment within a manufacturing facility

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.