HR Generalist

Goodwin Recruiting
Lake City, PA

We are seeking an HR Generalist I to join our team in Lake City, PA. This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys being hands-on with both employees and leadership. You will play a key role in supporting employee relations, ensuring compliance, and driving HR initiatives across the facility.

What You’ll Do
  • Support and manage employee relations matters including attendance, discipline, and workplace concerns
  • Conduct and assist with workplace investigations, including documentation and reporting
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, etc.)
  • Partner with supervisors on performance management, corrective actions, and documentation
  • Serve as a primary HR contact for employees and frontline leadership
  • Support onboarding, orientation, and employee lifecycle processes
  • Assist with payroll coordination, timekeeping issues, and HRIS data entry
  • Maintain accurate personnel files and HR documentation
  • Help implement HR policies and support training initiatives
  • Collaborate with plant leadership while escalating complex HR matters as needed
What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
  • Experience handling employee relations and investigations
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

Preferred:

  • Experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments
  • Familiarity with HRIS systems (Paycor or similar)
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong judgment and decision-making
  • High level of confidentiality and professionalism
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


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