Human Resources Generalist in Bowling Green, Kentucky at Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Classification: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Human Resources Manager

Position Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist provides support across multiple HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and HR administration. This role assists with day-to-day HR activities, ensures accurate recordkeeping, and delivers quality service to employees and managers.
Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Post job openings, screen resumes, and coordinate interviews.
  • Assist with new hire paperwork, orientation, and onboarding processes.
  • Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment records.
• Employee Support
  • Serve as a point of contact for general HR inquiries from employees and supervisors.
  • Provide information on company policies, procedures, and benefits.
  • Support employee engagement and recognition activities.

• HR Administration & Recordkeeping
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and HR databases.
  • Prepare and process HR documents such as employment letters, status changes, and benefit enrollments.
  • Assist with timekeeping and payroll processing as needed.
• Compliance & Policy Support
  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Assist with compliance reporting and audits.
  • Help communicate and enforce HR policies and procedures.

• Training & Development Support
  • Schedule and coordinate training sessions for employees.
  • Track participation and maintain training records.
• Other Duties
  • Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
  • Requires occasional physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HRIS systems a plus.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Internship or prior administrative experience in HR or office support preferred but not required.