HR Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for executing the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function with a high level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality. This role will focus on recruitment, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations, while providing key support to internal departments and employees. The HR Generalist will report directly to the Corporate HR team at Headquarters, ensuring alignment with company-wide policies and standards.

Due to the sensitive nature of HR data and decision-making, this position always requires strict adherence to confidentiality and professional discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Run the daily functions of the HR department, including hiring, interviewing, onboarding, benefits, and leave administration.
• Enforce company policies and procedures across all employee-related activities.
• Perform a wide range of complex and confidential administrative tasks, including managing sensitive information and communications.
• Monitor and respond to departmental emails, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants; partner with department managers to identify staffing needs.
• Conduct background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Lead new hire orientations and employee engagement/recognition programs.
• Support HR programs in areas including compensation, benefits, performance management, discipline, safety, and training.
• Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and internal investigations.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and company standards.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, and legal/regulatory developments.
• Support and conduct audits such as I-9, EEO-1, payroll, and other HR compliance efforts.
• Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

Expected Outcomes

• Accurate and timely administration of payroll, benefits, and HR documentation.
• High-quality, compliant execution of recruitment and onboarding.
• Effective support of employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Timely and organized tracking of required training and certifications.
• Confidential handling of sensitive employee and organizational data.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now is required.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships across departments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in a Human Resources role preferred.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Experience with HRIS systems; ADP experience required.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Must be able to work effectively at a desk and operate standard office equipment. Occasional work in a warehouse environment required (may be subject to temperature variations). Primarily an office-based role with some time spent in warehouse settings. This is a dynamic environment that may require occasional extended hours and responsiveness to urgent HR issues.

Confidentiality Requirement

Due to the sensitive nature of employee information and company policies, strict confidentiality is always required. Any breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Human Resources Generalist may be required to perform other related duties assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Langham reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and expectations as business demands evolve.

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