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HR GENERALIST

Job Description Department Human Resources Reports To CFO / General Manager Location Maim Florida Employment Type Full-Time FLSA Classification Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the company's day-to-day human resources operations in a fast-paced logistics environment. This position serves as a key resource for employees and managers and helps ensure that HR policies, employee records, payroll processes, benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance requirements are handled accurately and timely. The HR Generalist will work closely with management, warehouse personnel, office employees, and supervisors to promote a professional, productive, and compliant workplace.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Employee Relations Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and concerns. Maintain professional and confidential relationships with employees and management. Assist managers with employee performance issues, coaching, disciplinary actions, and documentation. Prepare performance improvement plans, written warnings, and other employee-related documentation as needed. Assist with investigations involving workplace complaints or policy violations. Escalate significant employee relations matters to senior management when appropriate. 2. Recruiting & Hiring Coordinate recruiting activities for warehouse, transportation, administrative, and management positions. Post job openings on appropriate employment websites. Review applications and resumes and coordinate interviews. Conduct initial candidate screening. Coordinate background checks, employment verification, and other pre-employment requirements. Prepare offer letters and new-hire paperwork. Maintain accurate recruiting records. 3. New Employee Onboarding Coordinate the complete onboarding process for new employees. Ensure required employment documentation is completed accurately and timely. Assist with completion of Form I-9 and applicable employment forms. Coordinate employee orientation and introduction to company policies. Ensure new employees receive appropriate training and access to systems, facilities, equipment, and company resources. Coordinate required safety and job-specific training with supervisors. 4. Payroll & Timekeeping Maintain accurate employee timekeeping records. Review timecards, overtime, PTO, attendance, and payroll-related information before payroll processing and complete processing payroll using a payroll software. Work with management to resolve discrepancies. Ensure overtime is properly authorized and documented. Coordinate payroll changes, new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions with the payroll provider. Maintain payroll-related employee records and documentation. 5. Benefits Administration Assist employees with questions regarding company benefits. Coordinate new-hire benefit enrollment and qualifying life-event changes. Assist with health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and other company benefits. Maintain accurate benefit records. Coordinate with insurance brokers and benefit providers as needed. 6 . Employee Records & HR Administration Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files. Maintain employee information in the HRIS and/or company systems. Ensure required employment documents are properly filed. Monitor employee certifications, licenses, training, and expiration dates where applicable. Maintain records related to attendance, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, and leave. Follow company procedures for retention and secure destruction of employee records. 7. Compliance & Policies Assist management in maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements. Help maintain and update the Employee Handbook and HR policies. Monitor required workplace postings and notices. Assist with employment-related audits and requests for documentation. Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information. Help ensure consistent application of company policies. 8. Attendance & Leave Administration Monitor employee attendance and punctuality. Maintain PTO and leave records. Coordinate employee leave requests with management. Track employee absences and return-to-work dates. Escalate attendance issues or unusual leave situations to management. 9. Training & Development Coordinate employee training programs. Maintain training records. Assist supervisors with new employee training and orientation. Track required safety, warehouse, equipment, and compliance training. Assist with performance review processes. 10. Safety & Workers' Compensation Assist management with workers' compensation claims and documentation. Coordinate required paperwork following workplace injuries. Maintain OSHA-related employee records as assigned. Assist with safety training and employee communications. Work with management to document workplace incidents. 11. Terminations & Offboarding Coordinate employee termination and resignation processes. Conduct or coordinate exit interviews when appropriate. Ensure company property is returned. Coordinate termination of system and facility access. Process final payroll information and benefits notifications as required. Ensure personnel files are updated and complete.

LOGISTICS-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Because this is a logistics company, the HR Generalist will also support the workforce needs of warehouse and operations, including: Warehouse employee hiring and onboarding. Tracking required licenses, certifications, and training for employees. Attendance and overtime monitoring. Coordination of staffing needs with warehouse and operations managers. Support for temporary labor and staffing agencies. Employee safety and workplace incident documentation. Support for shift scheduling and workforce planning. Assistance with employee productivity and performance issues. Maintaining accurate records for employees working in different shifts or locations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 2-5

years of progressive HR experience preferred. Experience in a logistics, transportation, warehouse, distribution, or similar environment preferred. Strong knowledge of general HR practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently in a small-company environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Experience with payroll systems preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related experience. PHR, SHRM-CP, or other HR certifications are a plus. Experience managing HR in a small or mid-sized company. Experience with warehouse, transportation, or 3PL operations. Experience with payroll and benefits administration. Knowledge of Florida employment practices if the position is based in Florida.

KEY PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Maintain accurate and complete employee records. Ensure onboarding and offboarding are completed timely and consistently. Maintain accurate timekeeping, attendance, PTO, and payroll information. Respond to employee questions professionally and promptly. Support managers in addressing performance and employee relations issues. Maintain confidentiality of employee information. Ensure HR deadlines and compliance requirements are met. Maintain organized HR files and documentation. Support a positive, professional, and accountable workplace culture.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Confidentiality and integrity Communication Organization and follow-through Attention to detail Employee relations Problem solving Time management Accountability Conflict resolution Customer service Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position primarily works in an office environment but may periodically visit warehouse, , or operational areas. The employee is required to walk through warehouse facilities and interact with employees working in operational environments.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Acknowledgment This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person