Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist manages the daily functions of the Human Resources department, including full-cycle recruiting and interviewing, administering compensation, benefits, and leave programs, and supporting the consistent application of company policies and practices. This role plays a key part in employee relations, compliance with employment laws, and the development and implementation of HR programs that support a positive, high-tenure workplace culture within a strong, family-owned organization.

Responsibilities

• Review, track, and document employee training, continuing education, work assessments, professional licenses, certifications, and other compliance requirements.
• Recruit, interview, and support the hiring of qualified applicants for open positions across the organization.
• Partner with department leaders to understand the skills and competencies required for each opening and align hiring efforts accordingly.
• Coordinate background checks and employee-eligibility verifications to ensure compliant hiring practices.
• Implement and enhance new-hire orientation and employee-recognition programs to support engagement and retention.
• Administer HR programs involving compensation, benefits, leave, performance management, employee relations, training, recognition, morale, occupational health, and workplace safety.
• Respond to employment-related questions from employees, applicants, and supervisors, escalating complex or sensitive matters when appropriate.
• Participate in or conduct disciplinary meetings, terminations, workplace investigations, and other employee-relations processes with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Review HR policies and practices to support ongoing compliance and recommend best practices.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes, HR trends, talent-management practices, employment law developments, and applicable HR technologies.
• Support the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of HR department staff when needed.
• Assist with constructive and timely performance evaluations for employees.
• Provide administrative support for HR processes and documentation as required.
• Perform other human resources responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Essential Skills

• Practical experience as a full-cycle Human Resources Generalist supporting recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, compensation, benefits, leave administration, performance management, training, and other employee programs.
• Strong knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations and experience handling compliance matters.
• Demonstrated ability to manage employee relations, including addressing employee inquiries, disciplinary matters, workplace disputes, investigations, and terminations with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate responsibilities appropriately.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or comparable software.
• Ability to learn and work effectively within HRIS and talent-management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Five or more years of human resource management experience.
• Experience with HR administration, payroll, onboarding, and general HR support.
• background in human resource management, employee benefits, and administration.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish.
• SHRM-CP certification or similar professional HR credential.
• Ability to contribute to a strong, family-oriented culture with long-tenured employees.

Work Environment

This is an on-site position with a standard schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role operates in a professional office environment within a family-owned organization known for strong tenure and stability. You will work closely with HR colleagues, department leaders, and employees across the company, using Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms, and talent-management systems to manage HR processes. The environment emphasizes collaboration, confidentiality, compliance, and employee recognition, with a focus on occupational health and workplace safety. Professional business attire is expected to support a polished and respectful workplace setting.

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This is a Permanent position based out of East Windsor, CT.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits provided to candidates once an offer is extended.

This is a fully onsite position in East Windsor,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.