HR Generalist

Join World Wide Foam as a full-time HR Generalist in LaPorte, IN, and play a key role in shaping the employee experience from recruitment through onboarding and beyond. This is an opportunity to become a trusted resource for employees, partner with leadership on compliance and engagement initiatives, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

As a HR Generalist, you'll enjoy competitive hourly pay of $27 - $33.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k with company match
• Vacation time
• Company-paid holidays
• Bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement

WHO ARE WE?

At Worldwide Foam, we take pride in being North America's fastest-growing and most diverse closed-cell foam supplier. Since 2008, we've built our reputation on innovation and rapid one-day lead times, ensuring our customers receive the products they need promptly. With seven strategic locations and a wide range of closed-cell, cross-linked polyethylene, and elastomeric foam products, we continue to enhance our services. Our dedicated team drives our success, and we're committed to supporting their growth with excellent benefits and a collaborative work environment. If you want to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

WHAT ARE THE HOURS?

This is a full-time HR Generalist position working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role is primarily based in the office, with remote flexibility available after 90 days. Travel of up to 23% is required, including weekly travel between Indiana locations and quarterly travel to out-of-state sites.

WHAT DOES YOUR DAY ENTAIL?

As an HR Generalist, you will serve as the primary point of contact for all hiring and onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for applicants and new employees. You will manage the full recruitment process, including posting positions, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting hiring decisions. You will oversee onboarding activities and ensure employees are successfully integrated into the HRIS system. Throughout the day, you will respond to employee questions and concerns, educate team members about available benefits, and help ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You will partner closely with the human resources Manager and Director of Administration on compliance initiatives and employee engagement programs while assisting with training coordination, performance management activities, reporting, and timecard processing. You will maintain accurate employee records, help foster a positive and productive work environment, and manage office supply ordering for the corporate site.

HR GENERALIST REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree in human resources management, business administration, or a related field
• 2 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist role with a focus on recruitment and onboarding
• Strong understanding of HR compliance and state and federal employment regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and critical-thinking abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems
• Ability to effectively multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a dynamic environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
• Commitment to ethical decision-making and HR best practices

Preferred:

• SHRM certification
• Experience with iSolved
• Manufacturing or industrial HR experience

If you're ready to make an impact on the employee experience while growing your human resources career, we encourage you to apply today. Our mobile-friendly application makes it easy to take the next step toward joining our team. We look forward to learning more about you.

Applicants are advised that a comprehensive background check and drug screening will be conducted as a condition of employment. Submission of an application implies consent to these screenings, and employment is contingent upon successful completion of the checks in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.