HR Generalist

Vacuumschelze - Sumter, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

Sumter, SC

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

e-VAC Magnetics LLC, a member of VAC Group, is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Generalist with a strong focus on recruitment to join our team. As part of the HR department in our manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in attracting, hiring, and retaining talent to meet the operational demands of our growing facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in both recruiting and generalist HR functions, contributing to a variety of HR initiatives to support employee engagement, development, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for all levels of manufacturing positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local technical schools, recruitment agencies, and community organizations to build a talent pipeline.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements and develop job postings that attract high-quality candidates.
• Assist with salary benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitive compensation for new positions.
• Conduct candidate interviews and manage the selection process, including administering assessments and reference/background checks.
• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Assist in employee relations by handling inquiries, concerns, and resolving issues in a fair and consistent manner.
• Support performance management initiatives, including coaching, feedback, and employee evaluations.
• Administer employee benefit programs, answer employee questions, and resolve any issues.
• Maintain accurate HR records in compliance with state and federal laws, including new hire documentation, terminations, and employee changes.
• Partner with supervisors and managers to assess employee training and development needs and assist with implementation.
• Facilitate offboarding processes, including exit interviews, to gain insights for improving employee retention.
• Ensure proper termination procedures are followed, including final pay, benefits continuation, and proper documentation.
• Assist with internal communication strategies to ensure employees are well-informed about HR policies, benefits, and company initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Contribute to updating, implementing, and enforcing HR policies and procedures to maintain a safe and productive workplace.
• Assist with the administration of leave programs, such as FMLA and workers' compensation.
• Collaborate with department leaders to anticipate and plan for future workforce needs.
• Assist in developing and executing employee engagement programs that aim to improve retention and productivity.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Track and report recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, retention rates) and use data to drive improvement in recruiting efforts.
• Assist in preparing reports on HR activities and workforce trends to present to leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a recruitment-focused HR role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of recruiting strategies, with hands-on experience in sourcing, interviewing, and hiring for technical and hourly positions.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (ADP) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of labor market trends and recruiting tools for skilled trades.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Group term life insurance