HR Generalist

HR Generalist

JOB-10047890

Anticipated Start Date

November 9, 2026

Location

Budd Lake, NJ

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an industry leader and one of the largest food and foodservice distribution companies in North America. It delivers national and proprietary branded food and food-related products to independent and national chain restaurants, quick-service eateries, pizzerias, theaters, schools, hotels, healthcare facilities and other institutions via its distribution centers across the United States.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Generalist to support daily human resources operations, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits support, employee relations, and personnel record management. 

Job Description

• Support recruiting efforts for open positions, including coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and assisting with hiring activities.
• Conduct new hire orientation and help ensure employees complete required onboarding documentation and training.
  
• Maintain the payroll timekeeping system, review timekeeping records for accuracy, and assist with timely and accurate payroll processing.
  
• Maintain accurate and confidential local employee records, including training documentation, attendance records, and other personnel files.
  
• Maintain workers’ compensation reports and OSHA logs, ensuring records are accurate, current, and properly maintained.
  
• Assist employees with benefit-related questions, enrollment issues, and general benefits administration.
  
• Respond to employee concerns, assist with resolving workplace issues, and support a positive and productive work environment.
  
• Provide general administrative support for HR programs, policies, procedures, and other human resources activities as needed.
  
• Handle sensitive employee information professionally and maintain compliance with applicable company policies and employment regulations.

Skills Required

• Previous experience in human resources, HR administration, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  
• Basic understanding of payroll, timekeeping, employee records, and HR processes.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with employees and management at all levels.
  
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

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