Human Resources Generalist 2
Job Description
Department: Human Resources
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: HR Business Partner
Location: Ponca City, OK
Amount of Travel Required: Less than 10%
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm
Positions Supervised: None
POSITION SUMMARY: The HR Generalist provides onsite HR support to employees and leaders within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership, production supervisors, and hourly associates to support staffing needs, employee relations, compliance, safety programs, and daily HR operations. The HR Generalist ensures consistent application of company policies, fosters a positive workplace culture, and supports operational goals through strong HR service delivery.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")
- Serves as the primary point of contact onsite for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
- Collaborates with the Talent Acquisition team to support staffing needs to include but not limited to resume review, interviews, and offer creation.
- Supports initiatives that reinforce culture, recognition, and employee engagement across all shifts.
- Assists HRBP with addressing employee relations matters including fact-finding conversations, documentation, coaching supervisors, conflict resolution or investigations as needed.
- Facilitates new hire orientation and ensure readiness for Day 1 within the plant.
- Ensures completion and accuracy of I-9s, E-Verify, and new hire data entry in collaboration with TA Specialist.
- Supports benefits enrollment and administration, including open enrollment and life event changes.
- Collaborates with payroll and benefits teams to resolve employee issues and ensure data accuracy.
- Assists with workers’ compensation claims, unemployment claims as needed.
- Processes employee disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Assists with performance management processes and documentation.
- Assists the HRBP with supporting onsite HR team members.
- Supports continuous improvement efforts, contributing to streamlined HR processes and compliance accuracy.
- Supports safety programs, incident reporting, and return-to-work accommodations as needed.
- Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive employee matters.
- Maintains accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Assists with audits, reporting, and policy updates.
- Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.