Human Resources Generalist

Make an Impact in a Family?Owned Company Are you an HR professional who loves being the go?to resource for employees? Do you thrive in a role where you can truly make a difference?not just in policy, but in people's daily work lives? Join our close?knit, team of approximately 50 employees as our HR Generalist, where you'll oversee HR support for our Syracuse division and play a meaningful role in shaping a positive, healthy workplace culture. This is a hands?on, broad HR role where your ideas matter, your work is valued, and your contributions directly support our people and our mission.

Pay Range: $65K - $75K

This role is located on-site in Syracuse, NY. Relocation assistance is not offered.

About the Role As our HR Generalist, you'll manage the daily functions of the HR department and serve as a trusted partner to employees and leadership. You'll support the full employee lifecycle from recruiting and onboarding to payroll, performance management, development, wellness, safety, and compliance

• Serve as a site HR partner to administer and support HR programs including onboarding, benefits, leave management, performance management, and employee relations
• Participate in interviews and assist in hiring qualified candidates to meet staffing needs
• Support an engaging and smooth onboarding process that sets employees up for success
• Assist leadership in resolving employee concerns or conflicts and escalate sensitive issues to the HR Manager as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and organized employee records within the HRIS; ensure timely updates and proper electronic documentation

• Monitor employee time and attendance, ensuring accurate tracking and compliance with policy
• Prepare and process weekly payroll and compile necessary reporting

• Respond to employee, supervisor, and applicant inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, and payroll

• Assist with the design and delivery of training programs that support compliance, skill development, and employee growth
• Oversee the performance review process to ensure timely completion and alignment with company policy

• Track and document compliance with required and optional training

• Support and promote corporate wellness initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyle choices
• Enforce safety policies, identify potential hazards, and partner with leadership on corrective actions
• Maintain strict confidentiality and develop trusted relationships across the organization
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and recommended HR best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems and strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational skills with consistent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism.
• Analytical and problem'solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to navigate confidential or sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance