Phoenix
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discounts, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off, • Training & development, • Vision insurance The HR Generalist serves as the primary on-site HR partner for a fast-paced production facility, delivering comprehensive human resources support and consistent execution of HR initiatives and daily HR operations. This role works in close partnership with a remote HR Business Partner and maintains a strong dotted-line partnership with site leadership. The HR Generalist supports workforce planning, drives high-volume recruitment efforts, and serves as a trusted resource for employee and labor relations, compliance, and operational HR needs. This is a highly visible, on-site HR role that is deeply embedded in day-to-day operations and the employee experience. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted partner to both senior HR leadership and site management, supporting a fast-paced workforce that scales significantly during peak season and requires a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution. This position offers broad exposure across full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and performance support, with the ability to make an immediate, measurable impact on culture, retention, and workforce effectivenessideal for a high-energy, adaptable HR professional who exercises sound judgment, thrives in ambiguity, and leads with professionalism and a solutions-oriented mindset. Overview of Responsibilities Strategic & Operational HR Partnership • Serve as the on-site HR lead, partnering with the HR Business Partner and Site Director to execute HR initiatives aligned with operational goals., • Coach leaders on performance management, documentation, employee development, and corrective action practices., • Identify and drive improvements related to retention, engagement, and overall employee experience.High-Volume Recruitment & Workforce Planning, • Lead full-cycle recruiting for seasonal ramp-ups and ongoing hiring, including supervisory roles., • Execute workforce plans to support large-scale hiring timelines, ensuring compliant, efficient recruiting and onboarding workflows., • Track recruitment activity and provide updates and insights to leadership., • Provide extended-hours and weekend coverage during peak season (primarily OctoberDecember) to meet hiring and operational demands.Employee Relations & Culture, • Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leaders on policy, workplace concerns, and conflict resolution., • Support fair, consistent employee relations practices through issue investigation, documentation, and follow-through., • Reinforce a positive, productive culture through proactive communication and engagement support.HR Administration & Compliance, • Ensure compliance with wage-and-hour, payroll, and break requirements; support timekeeping and attendance administration in partnership with payroll., • Maintain accurate, audit-ready records within HRIS and reporting tools; support badge/access administration as needed., • 35 years of HR Generalist experience supporting high-volume operations within manufacturing, production, distribution, or large-scale retail environments., • Working knowledge of core HR disciplines, including employee relations/conflict resolution, retention and engagement strategies, and compliance with state wage-and-hour, payroll, and break-time requirements., • Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred; SHRM coursework and/or active pursuit of certification is a plus., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with advanced capability in Excel required; experience with Paylocity is strongly preferred., • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn and navigate HRIS and timekeeping systems while maintaining accuracy and data integrity., • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility, establish rapport, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization., • Highly resourceful and solutions-oriented, demonstrating strong business acumen and a consistent ability to maintain workflow continuity in a fast-paced environment., • Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills., • Proven ability to manage competing priorities, pivot quickly, and execute with urgency while maintaining quality and professionalism., • Positive, collaborative team contributor with a service-minded, problem-solving approach., • Highly adaptable and composed under pressure; able to navigate ambiguity and evolving priorities without a rigid or overly prescriptive mindset., • Energetic and motivated professional who thrives in dynamic environments and maintains a strong sense of ownership and follow-through., • Availability to work extended hours and weekend schedules during peak operational periods as business needs require.