HR Generalist

Company Overview 
Our client is a full-service packaging solutions company providing manufacturing, global sourcing, inventory management, packaging design, and logistics services to clients across multiple industries. With a strong operational footprint and a commitment to quality and innovation, our client partners with its customers to deliver scalable, efficient, and customized packaging solutions that support complex supply chains and growing business needs. 

Position Overview
The HR Generalist supports day to day HR operations while partnering with leadership to ensure consistent, compliant, and people focused practices within a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment. This role oversees the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll coordination, compliance, and HR process improvement across multiple entities. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted resource to employees and managers, ensuring accurate payroll, recordkeeping, and operational HR support. 

Location:  Carteret, NJ 
Reports To:  VP of Sales 
Employment Type:  Full Time, On Site 
Salary Range:  $65,000 – $85,000 USD annually  

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, and personnel record management 
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and filing systems in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements 
• Process and support weekly payroll across multiple entities, including commissions and specialty pay, ensuring accuracy in timesheets, PTO tracking, payroll changes, and reporting 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to policies, payroll, benefits, and HR programs 
• Administer benefits and leave programs, including open enrollment, FMLA, ADA, and state leave compliance 
• Partner with managers on employee relations matters, performance management, and policy interpretation 
• Ensure compliance with employment laws through proper documentation, reporting, and audit support 
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes through Paychex, including I-9 verification, system access coordination, and termination processing 
• Support recruitment efforts including job descriptions, resume screening, interview coordination, and offer preparation 
• Maintain HRIS data integrity, generate reports and metrics, and support HR initiatives, audits, and special projects 

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar role 
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices 
• Experience processing payroll and supporting multi-entity operations preferred 
• Working knowledge of Paychex or similar HRIS and payroll systems strongly preferred 
• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, or operational environments preferred 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality 
• Clear written and verbal communication skills 

Compensation
The published salary range is used as a guide to provide prospective candidates with a level of compensation that is competitive with today’s market. The salary range for this position is a good faith estimate that allows for flexibility to align with various levels of experience, education, and performance.

EEO Statement
Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please Note:
Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. The employer’s name will be disclosed during the interview process, and all hiring decisions will be made directly by the client.