Human Resources Generalist

IFABCORP
Gastonia, NC

IFAB Corp. is seeking a highly experienced and proactive Bilingual HR Generalist with a strong background in end-to-end recruitment and other HR functions, particularly within a manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a key partner to operations and business leaders, ensuring the organization attracts, hires, and retains top talent while supporting core HR functions.

The ideal candidate brings 3-5 years of recruiting experience, is fluent in English and Spanish, and has hands-on experience supporting manufacturing or industrial workforce populations.


Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

  • Lead full-cycle recruitment for manufacturing, skilled trades, and corporate roles
  • Partner closely with plant managers and department heads to understand workforce needs and hiring priorities
  • Manage high-volume hiring for production roles while maintaining quality of hire
  • Source candidates through job boards, community outreach, referrals, job fairs, and trade networks
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for production and technical roles
  • Conduct interviews in both English and Spanish as needed
  • Ensure a positive candidate experience from sourcing to onboarding
  • Track and analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, turnover, cost-per-hire, etc.)

HR Generalist Functions

  • Support onboarding and orientation programs, including shop-floor employees
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
  • Assist in performance management and employee engagement initiatives
  • Provide guidance on company policies, compliance, and HR best practices
  • Address employee relations issues in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Support compensation, benefits, and attendance tracking processes
  • Assist in training programs, including safety and compliance training


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in recruitment/talent acquisition, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings
  • Fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
  • Proven experience supporting high-volume hiring for production or operations roles
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. federal employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, EEOC) and North Carolina labor regulations
  • Experience working in or supporting a manufacturing/plant environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS)

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