HR Generalist

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus - Columbus, OH 43232Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Human ResourcesPosition Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is primarily responsible for day-to-day HR activities, including employee interaction, the administration of payroll, benefits and other employee programs, HRIS data integrity and HR compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements at assigned site.
Maintain and process employment data transactions and reporting within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Paycom preferred.

Ensure compliance and applicable government reporting with federal, state, and local employment laws at assigned site including:

FLSA (salary and hourly wage regulations)

Ohio Workers’ Compensation

OSHA safety requirements
ADA, FMLA, EEOC, and applicable state labor laws

Assist with payroll preparation by ensuring that applicable employee changes are processed for each pay period.
Track new hire payroll and benefits needs throughout the introductory period.
Administer employee benefit programs including health insurance, 401k, HSA, BeneMoney loans, etc., for new hires and during open enrollment periods.
Maintain compliance with FMLA and any other leaves of absence.
Coordinate the investigation and communication of workers’ compensation injuries, working with management and outside vendors.
Partner with operations leadership to promote a safe work environment.
Respond to unemployment claims with proper documentation and attend necessary unemployment hearings.
Assist with the development and delivery of employee training programs.
Provide backup support for recruiting and onboarding in the absence of Administrative Coordinator.
Assist with HR initiatives that support employee engagement, retention, and workforce development.

Promote a positive workplace culture focused on respect, accountability, and teamwork, while following and promoting our company mission.

Perform additional HR generalist duties as needed.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Possess a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in warehouse, distribution, or operational environments.

Strong working knowledge of

Employment law and HR best practices
Wage and hour laws
Ohio worker’s compensation regulations

Proven experience in employee relations, payroll and benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding and training.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (Paycom preferred) and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
Experience supporting multi-department operations.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Ability to perform significant computer work.
Perform frequent visits to the warehouse, following all safety and sanitation procedures.
Ability to move standard office goods such as boxed files and supplies.

Office work environment with casual business dress.
Non-Slip shoes and Safety Vest are required in Warehouse.
Warehouse is a refrigerated environment and requires appropriate clothing.

Premier ProduceOne is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.