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Human Resources Generalist (Req : 163)

Unistress Corp

Allendale, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,000–$70,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Business Administration, Coaching, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Employee Orientation, Employee Relations, Employment Law, English Language, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993), Follow Through, Genetics, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Human Resources Processes, Industrial Relations, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Military, Multilingual, Onboarding, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Production Support, Production Systems, Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements, Spanish Language, Staff Policies, Support Documentation, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Allendale, MA
POSTED
2 days ago
Date Posted: 04/28/2026 Location: PITTSFIELD, MA Salary Interval: Full-time Pay Range: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 Application Instructions: Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in the Unistress Corp. job opportunity. To ensure a smooth application process, please follow the instructions below: Answer Questions: Please take the time to answer the provided questions thoroughly and accurately. These questions are designed to gather additional information about your skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the position. Take this opportunity to highlight your strengths and demonstrate why you are a suitable candidate. Work History: Fill out the work history section with detailed information about your previous employment. Include the company name, job title, duration of employment, and a brief description of your responsibilities and achievements. Emphasize your relevant experiences that align with the requirements of the position you are applying for. Educational History: Provide accurate details of your educational background. Include the names of institutions attended, degrees obtained, majors/minors, and any notable academic achievements. If applicable, mention any certifications or training programs relevant to the position. Upload a Resume: Please attach your resume in PDF or Word format. Ensure that your resume is up to date, well-organized, and tailored to the position you are applying for. Your resume should include your contact information, professional summary, work experience, education, skills, and any additional relevant sections. Review and Submit: Before submitting your application, review all the information you have entered to ensure its accuracy and completeness. Check for any spelling or grammatical errors. Take this opportunity to make any necessary edits or additions to enhance the overall quality of your application. We appreciate your attention to these instructions. If you have any questions or encounter any difficulties during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out to our HR department for assistance. Position Description: Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day HR operations in a unionized manufacturing environment and serves as a key HR resource for employees, supervisors, and management. This role is designed for an early-career HR professional who is ready to build hands-on experience in employee relations, labor relations support, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, leave administration, compliance, and HR systems. Working closely with hourly employees, supervisors, and management, this position helps ensure HR practices are fair, consistent, legally compliant, and aligned with the collective bargaining agreements and company policies. The HR Generalist is expected to maintain a visible presence in the plant and support a safe, productive, and engaged workforce. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations and Labor Relations Support • Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and general employment matters. • Assist with employee relations matters, including attendance issues, disciplinary documentation, fact gathering, and workplace investigations. • Prepare documentation and participate in employee meetings, investigatory meetings, and other HR-related discussions as assigned. • Partners with supervisors and HR leadership to help ensure follow-up, documentation, and employee communication are timely, consistent, and aligned with company policy and the collective bargaining agreement. Recruitment and Onboarding • Assist with full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, coordinating hiring activities including interview scheduling, background checks, drug testing and candidate communication. • Support and deliver new hire orientation and onboarding in accordance with company practices and legal requirements. HR Administration and Compliance • Maintain organized records and documentation to support consistency, compliance, and effective HR operations ensuring all documentation stands up to state and federal requirements. • Support compliance with applicable company policies and employment laws, including wage and hour requirements, leave laws, anti-discrimination laws, and workplace safety requirements. • Partner with payroll to help ensure accurate processing of employee hours, deductions, shift premiums, and other pay-related changes. Benefits, Leave, and Payroll Support • Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee questions. • Support administration of FMLA, Massachusetts PFML, workers’ compensation, and other employee leaves, tracking leave-related documentation and coordinating with employees, managers, payroll, and benefit providers as needed. Safety and Manufacturing Support • Maintain a regular presence on the production floor to support employee engagement, training coordination, and HR responsiveness. • Maintain training and certification records for production employees. • Support return-to-work coordination and other HR processes tied to plant safety and workforce readiness. Position Requirements: Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; associate degree with relevant experience will be considered. • One to three years of HR experience preferred, including HR coordinator, internship, co-op, or related employee-facing administrative experience. • Working knowledge of basic HR principles, documentation practices, and employment law. • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to build credibility with hourly employees, supervisors, and leadership in a fast-paced operational environment. • High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. • Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) is a plus. Key Competencies • Professional judgment and ethical behavior. • Strong customer service mindset. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. • Strong follow-through and documentation discipline. • Comfort working on the production floor and building relationships with frontline employees. • Ability to balance employee support with policy consistency and business needs. • Willingness to learn, receive coaching, and grow within the HR function. • Collaborative and team-oriented approach. Work Environment • On-site at a manufacturing facility with regular interaction on the production floor. • Standard business hours with occasional early morning, late day, or off-shift support based on employee relations, hiring, or operational needs. • Frequent on the floor engagement with team members. • Occasional light lifting of files, supplies, or onboarding materials. Equal Opportunity Employer: Unistress Corporation does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms and conditions of employment. We respect and seek to empower everyone and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. Compensation details: 55000-70000 Yearly Salary PIfbf61538bef0-25448-403975445c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386

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