Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Crescent Manufacturing Company Location: Fremont, Ohio Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite Schedule: Monday–Friday

About Crescent Manufacturing

Crescent Manufacturing Company is an established manufacturer of specialty blades serving customers throughout the United States and internationally. We are seeking an experienced, organized, and hands-on Human Resources Generalist to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Fremont, Ohio.

We offer an opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working directly with employees, supporting daily plant operations, and managing a broad range of human resources responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day administration of human resources functions for approximately 60–75 hourly employees. Responsibilities include recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, weekly payroll processing, benefits administration, attendance tracking, leave administration, workers' compensation, union contract administration, and employment law compliance.

This position reports to the President and works closely with Accounting/Finance, Operations and production supervisors to support our hourly workforce.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, approachable, and detail-oriented HR professional who is comfortable working independently, interacting with employees on the manufacturing floor, and handling sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.

This is a full-time, on-site position requiring regular interaction with plant employees. Remote work is not available for this position.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Coordinate recruiting, interviewing, selection, and onboarding activities for hourly employees.
• Prepare job postings, screen applicants, schedule interviews, and coordinate hiring activities with management.
• Conduct new-hire orientations and ensure completion of required employment documentation.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and other hiring requirements.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely completion of onboarding processes.

Employee Relations and Union Administration

• Serve as the primary Human Resources contact for hourly employees regarding workplace concerns, policies, and procedures.
• Assist supervisors and management with employee relations, coaching, counseling, and disciplinary documentation.
• Conduct or assist with employee investigations, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Administer and interpret applicable provisions of the collective bargaining agreement in coordination with management.
• Maintain accurate seniority, attendance, and employee disciplinary records.
• Promote consistent application of company policies and procedures.

Payroll Administration

• Prepare, review, and submit weekly payroll for approximately 60–75 hourly employees using Paycor.
• Review employee timecards for accuracy, including regular hours, overtime, paid time off, attendance, and payroll exceptions.
• Coordinate with supervisors to ensure timecards are reviewed, corrected, and approved before payroll deadlines.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee deductions, benefit changes, and other payroll-related information.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll questions.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in accordance with company policies, the collective bargaining agreement, and applicable wage and hour laws.

Benefits and Leave Administration

• Administer employee benefit enrollment, changes, and related inquiries for hourly personnel.
• Assist employees with benefit questions, claims, and enrollment procedures.
• Track PTO/vacation, sick time, attendance, and other employee leave.
• Coordinate FMLA and other applicable leave requests, including documentation, tracking, and return-to-work requirements.
• Maintain accurate employee benefit and leave records in company systems.

Workers' Compensation, Safety, and Compliance

• Coordinate workers' compensation claims, injury reporting, and return-to-work documentation.
• Prepare and maintain required injury and illness records, including OSHA reporting.
• Coordinate unemployment claims and respond to requests for employment information.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain required employment records, reports, and personnel documentation.
• Assist with employee safety training, orientations, and tracking required training and competencies.
• Support company safety initiatives and workplace compliance efforts.

HR Administration and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain confidential and organized hourly employee personnel files and HR records.
• Prepare HR reports, employment verifications, employee communications, and required workplace postings.
• Assist with reviewing and updating job descriptions, HR procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Maintain accurate employee information in HR and payroll systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, recordkeeping, and employee communication.
• Coordinate with Operations and management regarding staffing, attendance, and workforce needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with at least one year of relevant HR experience; or an associate degree with at least three years of HR Generalist experience.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and personnel administration.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with integrity and professionalism.
• Comfortable working directly with employees and supervisors in a manufacturing environment.
• Sound judgment and the ability to recognize when matters require management involvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with union employees and administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience independently preparing and submitting weekly hourly payroll, preferably using Paycor.
• Experience with timekeeping systems, payroll deductions, and payroll reconciliation.
• Familiarity with Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) procedures, OSHA recordkeeping, and unemployment claims.
• Experience with FMLA administration, employee benefits, and workplace investigations.
• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a hands-on HR professional who enjoys being actively involved in daily plant operations and providing support to employees and supervisors.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A professional, approachable, and service-oriented attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with payroll and employee records.
• The ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Confidence in addressing employee concerns and resolving workplace issues.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• A willingness to be visible, accessible, and engaged with employees on the manufacturing floor.

Work Environment

This position is based on site at our Fremont, Ohio manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include office-based administrative work and regular interaction with employees in production areas.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment and following applicable plant safety requirements.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced HR professional who enjoys a hands-on role, values employee relationships, and wants to contribute to a well-established manufacturing organization, we encourage you to apply.

Crescent Manufacturing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person