HR Generalist - Benefits, Leaves, Talent Acquisition

At Sealing Devices, we believe great HR is about more than policies, paperwork, and processes. It's about building relationships, supporting employees, and helping people succeed.

We're looking for an experienced, approachable, and motivated HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team!

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who brings strong benefits and leave administration experience, genuinely enjoys recruiting, and wants to make a meaningful difference in the employee experience.

You'll have ownership of key HR responsibilities, opportunities to collaborate across departments, and the chance to be part of a team where your contributions matter.

What You'll Do

Be a trusted resource for employee benefits

• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Help employees understand their benefit options, navigate enrollment, and make informed decisions.
• Coordinate new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, coverage changes, and annual open enrollment.
• Work with insurance carriers, brokers, and internal partners to resolve issues and ensure accurate administration.
• Maintain accurate benefit records and support monthly reconciliations through UKG Ready.

Support employees through life's important moments

• Serve as a primary resource for employees navigating leaves of absence, including FMLA, NYS Paid Family Leave, and disability programs.
• Coordinate leave administration from initial request through return to work.
• Help employees understand leave requirements, documentation, timelines, and available resources.
• Partner with employees, managers, Payroll, and outside administrators to ensure a smooth and compliant process.
• Support accommodation requests in partnership with the HR Manager.
• Provide compassionate, confidential, and timely communication throughout the leave process.

Find great people and help build our manufacturing teams

If you love connecting people with opportunities, this is where you get to shine!

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned production and manufacturing positions.
• Partner with production leaders to understand their teams, staffing needs, and hiring priorities.
• Actively source, screen, interview, and engage candidates for manufacturing opportunities.
• Create a positive and responsive candidate experience from initial contact through the hiring process.
• Build relationships with local schools, BOCES programs, workforce development organizations, and community partners.
• Collaborate with staffing agencies and other recruiting partners to attract qualified talent.

Help new employees get off to a great start

• Coordinate pre-employment documentation and new hire readiness activities.
• Partner with HR and Learning & Development to support New Hire Orientation.
• Assist with onboarding records, communications, and employee follow-up activities.

Make HR better every day

• Use UKG Ready and other HR tools to maintain accurate records and improve processes.
• Build trusted relationships with employees and leaders across our manufacturing and office teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting, benefits, and leave administration.
• Collaborate with your HR teammates on employee engagement, wellness, and other initiatives.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who combines technical HR knowledge with a genuine passion for people.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources experience in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Hands-on experience administering employee benefits and leaves of absence.
• Familiarity with FMLA, disability programs, and applicable state leave requirements.
• Experience supporting recruitment and a genuine enthusiasm for finding and engaging candidates.
• Working knowledge of federal and New York State employment requirements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to confidentiality.
• Experience using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

You don't need to know everything, but you do need to be someone who takes ownership, follows through, and enjoys helping others.

You'll thrive on our team if you:

• Love working with people. You're approachable, professional, and enjoy building relationships.
• Enjoy recruiting. Finding the right candidate and helping someone start a new career is genuinely exciting to you.
• Know the details matter. You understand the importance of accuracy, deadlines, and compliance, especially when managing benefits and leaves.
• Take initiative. You don't wait to be told what needs attention.
• Are a problem solver. You look for solutions, ask thoughtful questions, and know when to involve others.
• Are a team player. You enjoy collaborating, sharing ideas, and supporting your colleagues.

Why Join Sealing Devices?

At Sealing Devices, you'll be part of a collaborative HR team that works closely with employees and leaders throughout the organization.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Take meaningful ownership of important HR functions.
• Build relationships across a diverse manufacturing workforce.
• Make a direct impact on recruiting and the employee experience.
• Continue developing your HR knowledge and professional skills.
• Contribute ideas that improve how we support our employees.
• Be part of an established, family-owned organization that values commitment, respect, and doing the right thing.

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