Human Resources Generalist - Jonesboro, AR

Overview

Build Relationships. Support Employees. Make an Impact.
At Hytrol, we're looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join our team in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working with people, managing a variety of responsibilities, and being a trusted resource for employees and leaders.
In this role, you'll support several key HR functions, including, leave administration, attendance management, recruiting, employee relations, and other HR programs. You'll work closely with HR leadership, managers, employees, and external partners to help resolve workplace concerns, support HR processes, and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
We're looking for someone who is approachable, organized, takes initiative, and can confidently manage competing priorities in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Provide daily support to employees and leaders by answering questions, addressing concerns, and assisting with HR-related matters
Coordinate FMLA administration with the company’s third-party leave administrator, including employee and leader communication, documentation follow-up, and return-to-work coordination
Administer additional forms of leave, including bereavement, military leave, and other company-provided leave programs
Manage weekly attendance processes, including running the attendance report, distributing it to appropriate leaders, reviewing attendance related matters, and preparing documentation for review with the Human Resources Manager
Serve as the primary HR contact for the employee uniform program, including employee communication, issue resolution, and coordination with the uniform vendor
Coordinate the employee service award program, including tracking eligibility and supporting award distribution and celebrations
Support employee relations matters, including policy interpretation, documentation, investigations, corrective action, and termination processes in partnership with HR leadership and management
Facilitate recruitment efforts for assigned positions, including posting job openings, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and supporting hiring managers throughout the selection process
Serve as backup for facilitation of new hire orientation and onboarding activities when the Onboarding Specialist is unavailable
Support HR events, initiatives, and special projects as capacity allows
Maintain compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, and established HR procedures

Qualifications

3-5 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a fast-paced or manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of FMLA administration, employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices
Proficiency in HRIS
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Experience representing an organization at recruiting events and job fairs is preferred

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field