Human Resource Generalist

SUMMARY : Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the HR Generalist will serve as the key point of contact for employees, managing the day-to-day operations of the HR department. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, employee engagement, among other projects. The HR Generalist will contribute to maintaining a positive and productive work environment by supporting HR programs, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering effective communication across the organization. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Act as first line of support for all inquiries from employees regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, or other general questions, providing responses and guidance in a timely manner Manage full lifecycle recruiting, including job posting, candidate sourcing, planning and participation in job fairs, conducting phone interviews and scheduling onsite/virtual interviews Facilitate a smooth new hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional onboarding experience Prepare and process payroll on a bi-weekly basis, ensuring accurate time cards and time off balances Lead the Activities Committee and plan, coordinate and execute all company events, recognition programs, engagement activities, and community partnerships to foster a positive and inclusive company culture Play an active role in the Safety Committee, driving process improvements, ensuring a safe work environment, and coordinating meetings and trainings Create, plan, and facilitate training on various HR topics to ensure compliance and proper development Oversee FMLA requests and ensure compliance with all legal requirements Collaborate on special projects to support the continuous improvement of HR processes and systems to enhance the employee experience Support benefit programs by coordinating open enrollment meetings and responding to employee benefit inquiries Maintain employee records, process HR transactions, and ensure data accuracy within HRIS systems Maintain strict confidentiality of all employee data and sensitive information, upholding the integrity and trust of the HR function Support departmental KPIs through various projects and continuous improvement initiatives Other duties as assigned EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS : Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education Minimum of 2 years of experience in an HR Generalist capacity or similar HR role, demonstrating a broad understanding of the HR function Strong working knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations including EEO, FMLA, and FLSA. Experience with creating and facilitating training preferred Familiarity with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport and work effectively across all levels of the organization Strong cultural awareness and ethics Resourceful, problem-solving aptitude with the ability to navigate complex HR scenarios and provide creative, compliant solutions COMPANY VALUES: Accountability : Doing what you say you will do. Owning the outcome. Being responsive. Providing timely, through follow up on requests. Excellence : Performing at a high level every day and continuously improving processes for efficiency and effectiveness. Being focused on results. Integrity : Always doing the right thing. Being lawful, ethical and true to yourself and your team. Innovation : Making our products, services and business processes better every day. Evolving our strategy to keep up with customer needs and the ever-changing external environment. Teamwork : Helping each other be the best we can be. Lending a hand even in areas outside your job description. Synergizing efforts. Cannon is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws To apply please apply below or contact Lisa Ripple at lripple@cannoninstrument.com.