HR Generalist at Barchemy – Donora, Pennsylvania

Position Summary

The HR Generalist supports daily human resources operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners with leadership and employees to ensure effective HR practices across recruiting, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and payroll support. The HR Generalist plays a key role in strengthening HR infrastructure to support company growth. This role is required to be on site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Support

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and workplace concerns
• Support investigations related to employee relations matters
• Partner with supervisors to address performance concerns and documentation
• Promote a positive, compliant, and productive work environment

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions
• Coordinate interviews and hiring manager communication
• Facilitate onboarding, including new hire paperwork and orientation
• Ensure I-9 and compliance documentation is completed accurately and timely

Performance Management

• Support performance review processes and documentation
• Coach managers on performance improvement plans and corrective actions
• Assist with employee development initiatives

Compliance & Policy Administration

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Support OSHA, safety, and workers’ compensation processes in partnership with operations
• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS (Paylocity or equivalent)
• Assist with policy updates and handbook administration

Payroll & Benefits Support

• Support payroll processing and timekeeping accuracy
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and questions
• Coordinate leave of absence tracking (FMLA, ADA, etc.)

HR Operations & Projects

• Support HR initiatives aligned with company growth goals
• Maintain HR metrics and reporting
• Participate in employee engagement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
• = 1+ years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience supporting hourly workforce preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (Paylocity experience a plus)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

• Office-based role within a manufacturing facility
• Regular interaction with production floor employees and leadership
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.