HR Generalist – Full-Time

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. Serve as the primary point of contact for human resources, weekly payroll, timekeeping, and employee relations .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWinchester • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources functions, including payroll processing, employee relations, and onboarding. Proficient in managing sensitive information and utilizing HR software, with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Human Resources ExperiencePayroll ProcessingADP / Workforce Now ProficiencyBilingual Proficiency (English/Spanish)HR Certification (SHRM-CP, aPHR, or PHR)

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingEmployee RelationsOnboardingTimekeeping ManagementAttendance AnalysisPerformance Review ManagementConfidentiality MaintenanceProblem-SolvingComputer LiteracyOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityInitiativeCollaborationCommunicationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)ADP / Workforce NowDigital HR Software

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPAPHRPHR

Industry Keywords

Workplace Safety ReportingWorkers' Compensation AdministrationManufacturing SettingEmployee BenefitsHR Policies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for human resources, weekly payroll, timekeeping, and employee relations
Initiate, review, and accurately process weekly hourly payroll
Monitor employee timekeeping and assist team members with ADP self-service
Process onboarding and orientation for all new hires
Maintain strictly confidential employee personnel records
Analyze employee attendance and prepare corrective action documents when necessary
Act as a resource for employees regarding benefits, policies, and general HR inquiries
Assist with employee performance reviews and manage evaluations through the approval work-flow
Collaborate with team members throughout the organization
Manage relationships with outside vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
Strong computer literacy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Ability to easily adapt to modern digital HR software
High level of accuracy, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve
Proven ability to handle sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality
Local to the Winchester area
Experience: 1 to 3 years of prior experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or office administration is preferred
Conversational bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred
Prior experience utilizing ADP / Workforce Now cloud HR/Payroll applications is preferred
Familiarity with workplace safety reporting, light-duty documentation, or Workers' Compensation administration in a manufacturing setting is preferred
Active HR Certification (SHRM-CP, aPHR, or PHR) is a plus
Schedule availability Monday to Friday, typically 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Group Life/AD&D
Short-Term Disability
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Candidates with bilingual fluency, active HR certifications, or extensive ADP experience will be considered at the higher end of the range