Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support for the Rome, GA plant and assisting other company locations as needed. This position plays a key role in the day-to-day administration of HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance. The HR Generalist ensures that all HR practices align with company policies and regulatory requirements while promoting a positive and productive work environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Payroll

• Serve as back-up to the HR Administrator by reviewing and approving UKG hours, correcting exceptions, and processing wage assignments.
• Enter and maintain new hire and employee data within UKG.
• Reconcile weekly uniform invoices and submit to Accounts Payable for processing.
• Process payroll-related changes in UKG on a daily basis.

Benefits Administration

• Support annual benefits open enrollment, including data input into UKG and assisting with employee presentations.
• Process new hire enrollments, benefit changes, and terminations in UKG.
• Assist employees with FMLA and leave requests through the Absence Management vendor, track leaves, and manage claims in The Hartford portal.
• Serve as back-up contact for FMLA and disability claims across all company locations as needed.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation claims for the Rome, GA facility and all office employees; provide back-up support for other HR sites as required.

Safety and Environmental

• Participate in monthly Safety Committee meetings, maintain minutes, and track incentive programs.
• Maintain accident logs and related documentation; ensure timely updates to the accident tracking spreadsheet.

General HR Administration

• Support the daily operations of the HR department to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Manage termination paperwork, including unemployment claims, and report disputed claims to HR Director and submit answers to the DOL.
• Track and administer employee length-of-service awards and order milestone gifts.
• Assist with annual wellness and health incentive initiatives.
• Schedule quarterly 401(k) on-site visits for all locations.
• Distribute and post the monthly Drug-Free Workplace newsletter and ensure compliance with related requirements.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities, such as luncheons, picnics, and recognition events.
• Maintain and update HR Department Standard Work Procedures in collaboration with the HR Director.
• Lead workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations as needed.
• Conduct stay interviews to support retention efforts.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of related HR experience required.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• Capable of working independently while fostering strong collaboration across teams.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Creative and forward-thinking, with the ability to drive continuous improvement within HR functions.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates honesty, fairness, and integrity in all interactions.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence and consult across all levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and navigation skills.
• Determined and tenacious in achieving goals and resolving challenges.
• Highly motivated, self-confident, and adaptable in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor, fostering teamwork and engagement.
• Ethical and consistent in upholding company values and maintaining confidentiality.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with, or without notice.

Steel King Industries, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. This means that we do not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or other classification protected under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants.

Drug-Free Workplace

Our employees’ health and well-being are important to us. In addition, the Company has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of employees and to the security of our equipment and facilities. For these reasons, the Company is committed to the elimination of drug and/or alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.