Senior Human Resources Generalist - Career Smart Executive Recruiters : Job Details

Our client, a manufacturing facility located near Perry, Georgia, is hiring an experienced Senior Human Resources Generalist. The Senior HR Generalist will lead and execute HR functions at the facility, serving as a strategic partner to site leadership and a champion for employee engagement. This role is responsible for overseeing onboarding, policy administration, labor relations, and compliance, while driving initiatives that foster a positive and productive workplace culture. The Senior HR Generalist will also support other HR staff and contribute to broader organizational HR strategies.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to plant leadership and employees, promoting a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, proactive sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and recommend resolutions aligned with company values and legal compliance
• Interpret and enforce HR policies and procedures consistently across the site; contribute to policy development and refinement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional HR teams across locations to ensure alignment and consistency in HR practices.
• Oversees compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including maintenance of employee records and required reporting.
• In partnership with site Environmental, Health, and Safety team, administer workers compensation and Disability programs, ensuring timely case management and documentation.
• Lead the preparation and submission of annual reports, including Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) and other compliance documents.
• Design and support employee engagement initiatives, community outreach, and internal communications.
• Mentor junior HR staff and provide guidance on HR operations and professional development.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Masters preferred)
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, talent acquisition and compliance.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR initiatives and influence across all levels of the organization.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification is a plus
• Strong knowledge of HR disciplines: employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, DEI, and employment law
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR initiatives and influence across all levels of the organization.