HR Generalist III / Pay Rate: $45/hr

Title:               HR Generalist 3

Shift:              Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Summary

The HR Generalist 3 will support HR operations and execute HR strategies for the Sumter manufacturing plant. This role partners with Talent Acquisition, managers, and associates to support recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, training, compliance, and other HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute HR strategies in support of the Sumter plant.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruiting and marketing events while ensuring EEOC compliance.
• Support employee relations by addressing employee concerns, performance issues, complaints, and grievances.
• Coach associates and leaders on employee relations and performance matters.
• Utilize HR Information Systems to manage reporting, recruitment, performance management, compensation, and workforce management processes.
• Address compensation issues and help ensure internal and local market consistency.
• Review and approve performance appraisals, job evaluations, educational assistance requests, and corrective/disciplinary actions.
• Advise managers on training and capability needs and facilitate training programs.
• Provide guidance regarding EEO requirements, improvement opportunities, and employee communication.
• Develop, communicate, interpret, and implement HR policies as needed.
• Lead HR-related Continuous Improvement projects under the direction of the Sr. HR Business Partner.
• Support site-wide programs related to Affirmative Action, Compensation, Talent Management, Community Relations, and Employee Activities.
• Develop HR metrics, analyze trends, and draw conclusions from HR-related data.
• Coordinate and lead training for associates and managers on HR, development, and policy topics.
• Ensure compliance with applicable HR regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Title VII.
• Support additional HR activities and business needs as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience.
• HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a must.
• HR-related professional certifications are preferred.
• Experience across employee relations, compensation administration, regulatory compliance, industrial safety, and Workers’ Compensation is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, coaching, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both associates and management in a manufacturing environment.