HR Generalist

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join a growing organization in White Plains, New York, in a newly established role. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on environments and enjoys creating structure, strengthening compliance, and improving day-to-day HR operations. The role is hybrid and will support payroll coordination, employee administration, and workforce processes across multiple locations while helping build a more efficient HR function.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the collection and submission of weekly payroll details to help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule.
• Address employee inquiries related to compensation, pay statements, and routine payroll concerns in a timely manner.
• Apply and monitor human resources practices that align with New York labor regulations, including requirements affecting seasonal and farm-based workforces.
• Develop, document, and refine HR procedures to create consistency and improve operational effectiveness.
• Organize and manage core employee lifecycle activities such as applications, onboarding, separations, and rehire preparation.
• Support seasonal staffing transitions by coordinating workforce changes, including layoffs and return-to-work processes.
• Maintain accurate personnel files, compliance records, and HR documentation in an organized and accessible manner.
• Collaborate with leaders across different sites to provide practical HR support and ensure consistent administration.
• Identify manual tasks that can be improved through streamlined workflows, automation, or better use of HR systems.
• Provide daily HR administrative support, including assistance with employee relations, benefits coordination, and HRIS updates.