JOB SUMMARY: The HR Generalist supports day-to-day human resources operations for Texas Corrugators, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, payroll, employee support, training records, and HR reporting. This role serves as a resource for all employees and works with leadership and HR partners to maintain accurate records, communicate expectations, and support a respectful workplace. Strong judgment, organization, confidentiality, and follow-through are essential to success in this position. Recruitment and Onboarding • Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly non-exempt positions, including coordination of new hires with temp agencies for temporary employees, sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and supporting onboarding activities. Work with internal recruitment team on Salary-Exempt roles. • Prepare and send offer letters when necessary, in coordination with the hiring manager and HR leadership. Employee Benefits Administration • Serve as the primary point of contact for new hire benefit enrollments, annual open enrollment, and qualifying life event changes. • Track and follow up on documentation required for additional insurance coverage, including Evidence of Insurability, when applicable. • Serve as the primary point of contact for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests and short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) claims, coordinating with employees and benefit administrators throughout the process. • Communicate benefit information to all employees and assist with benefit-related questions. Payroll and Compliance • Process weekly and biweekly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely submission of payroll information. • Complete employment verifications and maintain Form I-9 documentation for all employees. • Process employee terminations and maintain related documentation. Employee Support and Communication • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and HR support • Handle employee relations matters, including employee coaching and disciplinary action, with guidance from HR leadership. • Maintain employee training records and conduct training record audits for all employees. Reporting and Documentation • Prepare weekly and monthly reports for management. • Maintain organized, accurate, and confidential employee files and HR documentation. • Prepare and respond to unemployment claims, coordinating supporting documentation as needed. Wellness • Coordinate employee wellness initiatives, including flu vaccination clinics. Additional Duties • Perform other related duties as assigned. Key Measures of Success • Timely recruitment and complete onboarding documentation • Accurate and timely payroll processing • Timely follow-up on benefit enrollments, leave requests, and required documentation • Accurate employee files, training records, and HR reports • Responsive and professional support for employees and managers Minimum Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. Three to five years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position; equivalent relevant experience acceptable to the hiring manager may be considered. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required • Working knowledge of human resources practices, employee support & relations (including disciplinary issues), staffing, and training. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, computer applications, and ADP Workforce Now is a plus. • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills. • Clear and professional written and verbal communication. • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy. • Strong organization, time management, and follow-through. • Ethical conduct, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. • Alignment with the company’s HEART values of Honesty, Engagement, Accountability, Respectfulness, and Teamwork. Conditions of Employment • Successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history review. • Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license. Working Conditions • Work is normally performed in a typical office environment, with significant time at a desk using a computer. • No or very limited physical effort is required. • No or very limited exposure to physical risk.