HR Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Location : Columbus, Ohio – 100% onsite

Industry : Manufacturing

Reports to : Corporate HR (Headquarters)

Overview :

We’re seeking a HR Generalist to serve as the onsite HR leader at our manufacturing facility. This individual will act as the primary HR contact for plant employees and managers, partnering with corporate HR to align site-level initiatives with company-wide objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and values having both autonomy and corporate support.

Key Responsibilities :

• Serve as the sole HR representative for the facility, supporting all HR functions including employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, training, benefits, and performance management.

Partner with plant leadership to promote a positive, safe, and productive work environment.

Advise managers on employee relations issues, policy interpretation, and disciplinary actions.

Manage hourly and salaried recruiting efforts, including job postings, interviews, and onboarding coordination.

Support payroll, timekeeping, and attendance tracking in collaboration with corporate HR.

Administer benefits and leave programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws (FMLA, ADA, etc.).

Champion employee engagement initiatives and lead communication efforts within the plant.

Collaborate with corporate HR on compliance audits, reporting, and HR process improvements.

Ensure all HR policies and practices are effectively implemented at the site level. Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).

4–6 years of HR Generalist experience , ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with remote corporate partners.

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred. Why Join Us :

You’ll play a key role in shaping the culture and employee experience at a growing manufacturing facility — with the backing of a supportive corporate HR team. This position offers both hands-on impact and the opportunity to develop as an HR leader within a respected organization.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.