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HR Generalist

Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting
Newton, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
Compensation: $30hr

Job Overview – HR Generalist – 33976

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable HR Generalist to provide short-term support for our client's manufacturing operations while a team member is on leave. This role will handle a variety of HR functions and ensure continuity in HR operations during the coverage period.


  • Manage day-to-day HR activities, including employee relations, policy interpretation, and HR compliance.
  • Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, offboarding, and HR documentation updates.
  • Process and maintain HR records in HRIS systems accurately and timely.
  • Assist with payroll coordination, benefits administration, and leave management as needed.
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, providing professional and consistent guidance.
  • Partner with managers to resolve employee issues and support team performance.
  • Support ad hoc HR projects and reporting as assigned.


Requirements


  • 3 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in manufacturing or related industries.
  • Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience supporting short-term coverage or acting as a flexible HR resource is a plus.


Sherpa Benefits

Sherpa offers benefits to contract employees who meet the following criteria:


  • Must be a full-time employee (30 weekly hours/ 130 hours per month) to be eligible
  • Medical plan offered is BCBSNC Blue Options PPO
  • Premiums will be pre-taxed
  • Sherpa pays a portion of the Employee only premium for medical
  • 90 day waiting period from date of hire
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans


Additional Job Details

Workplace Policy:

Seniority Level: Associate

Linked In Poster: - KK1

About Our Process


  • We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
  • Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
  • Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Salary : $30

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