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Human Resources Generalist
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A Human Resources Generalist provides overall operational support in a human resources department, including supporting employee relations, onboarding, benefits and leave management of a company or organization.
$67,092 / year median in Missouri
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview The HR Generalist serves as a strategic partner to leadership and employees, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. This role is responsible for supporting a positive, inclusive workplace culture and delivering a broad range of HR services, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and continuous improvement. The HR Generalist ensures operational excellence and compliance while fostering engagement and supporting organizational goals. Duties and Responsibilities Support production recruitment needs by facilitating the sourcing, scheduling, and coordinating interview process for identified positions Assist in employee onboarding, orientation, and training initiatives to drive team member engagement and reduce turnover Foster positive employee relations through consistent communication, counseling, and policy interpretation. Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention Provide support to employees on various HR-related topics such as benefits, compensation, and policy administration Conduct investigations into workplace issues, including complaints of misconduct or violations of company policy Perform daily floor walks to build relationships with manufacturing team members Conduct exit interviews to ensure team members exiting the company have the appropriate information relative to their separation and collect feedback regarding their time with the Company Perform clerical duties associated with various HRIS programs and other administrative activities Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommend best practices; consult with Quaker General Counsel as needed Gather and provide separation information in response to unemployment claims and serve as company representative in hearings Support continuous improvement efforts within the HR department by driving process improvements and improving efficiency Plan and assist with employee recognition events and activities P romote and support diversity and inclusion Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location. I nteract and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner. Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis. C ommunicat e via email , prepar e reports and work schedules. R eview and analyze data and information concerning employee relations . P lan, prioritize and monitor recruitment and onboarding activities. C omplete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner. Supervisory Responsibility No direct management or supervisory responsibilities . Safety Observe safety and security policies and procedures , including proper use of Personal P rotective E quipment including but not limited to eye and foot protection and report potentially unsafe conditions during visits to the production floor. F ollow department-specific safety requirements during prolonged visits to the production floor such as Hearing Protection or Dust Masks . Travel Approximately