HR Generalist

We are looking for an HR Generalist to support core people operations for a contract opportunity with permanent potential based in Wallington, New Jersey. This role will play a key part in creating a smooth employee experience by managing onboarding activities, supporting policy communication, and ensuring accurate payroll administration. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling both day-to-day HR processes and employee inquiries with professionalism.

Responsibilities:
• Guide new employees through pre-employment and first-day activities, ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and all onboarding steps are finalized in a timely manner.
• Lead orientation efforts that help incoming team members understand workplace expectations, available resources, and key company practices.
• Assist with distributing and reinforcing employee handbook content, helping staff understand updates to policies, procedures, and workplace standards.
• Administer payroll processing for both regular and union employee groups, maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and addressing pay-related questions.
• Maintain organized HR and payroll records within HR systems while supporting compliance with internal requirements and applicable agreements.
• Coordinate benefit-related and general HR administrative tasks to support daily employee needs and overall department efficiency.
• Respond to employee relations and HR administration matters with professionalism, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support consistent HR processes and contribute to a positive employee experience.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an HR Generalist or broad human resources support role.
• Hands-on knowledge of onboarding, employee documentation, and orientation practices for new employees.
• Experience processing payroll, including support for union payroll environments.
• Familiarity with employee relations, HR administration, and benefits coordination.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and ADP payroll systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain policies and procedures effectively.

Compensation

$28.50-$33.00 Hourly

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