HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Department:

Human Resources

Job Title:

HR Generalist

Role Purpose:

Coordinate and execute key HR functions for the site, with a focus on pharmaceutical recruitment, payroll and benefits administration, and the ongoing development and implementation of company and HR policies. This position is expected to evolve into a supervisory or management role based on performance and company growth.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead site-level recruitment efforts, including sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, and onboarding candidates—particularly for roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Manage and process site payroll in coordination with corporate HR/payroll systems, ensuring timely and accurate compensation
• Administer employee benefits at the site level, including new hire enrollment, annual open enrollment, and employee inquiries
• Support the enhancement and enforcement of company policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in compliance with company, state, and federal guidelines
• Partner with site leadership to support employee relations and ensure a positive and compliant workplace culture
• Assist in implementing training initiatives and HR-related compliance efforts, including labor postings and recordkeeping
• Maintain accurate employee records, including documentation for hiring, transfers, terminations, and policy acknowledgments
• Collaborate with corporate HR team and support audits, reviews, and process improvements
• Provide routine and ad hoc reporting to site leadership and corporate HR regarding headcount, recruitment activity, and compliance status
• Participate in performance review cycles and support ongoing performance management and feedback processes
• Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers at the site
• Other duties as assigned to support the HR and site operational needs

Typical Supervisory Responsibility:

This position may evolve into a supervisory or management-level role as the site expands.

Education & Experience:

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required

Experience Requirement

• 5+ years of HR experience, including payroll and benefits administration
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Proven background in recruiting for pharmaceutical roles is strongly preferred

Technical Competencies / Certifications / Licenses:

• Strong working knowledge of federal and state labor laws and payroll practices
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) strongly preferred