Human Resources Generalist

Industry: Wholesale Distribution & Merchandising

CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions has an immediate full-time opening for a Human Resources Generalist with a growing wholesale distribution client in Twinsburg, OH. This position requires at least 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience, payroll processing experience, benefits administration experience, and strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Human Resources Administration

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations and HR matters.
• Support managers with performance concerns, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Maintain employee policies, procedures, and handbook content.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including multi-state requirements.
• Manage personnel records and HR documentation.

Payroll & HRIS Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely.
• Maintain employee data in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Coordinate payroll changes, employee status updates, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with implementation and optimization of HR technology platforms.

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruiting efforts for office, warehouse, and merchandising personnel.
• Manage onboarding and orientation programs.
• Partner with hiring managers to support workforce planning and staffing needs.
• Ensure completion of all new hire documentation and compliance requirements.

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Serve as liaison with external benefits providers.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities.
• Assist employees with benefits inquiries and issue resolution.

Performance Management & Employee Development

• Develop and implement job descriptions and performance evaluation processes.
• Establish performance expectations and accountability measures with leadership.
• Support employee development, coaching, retention, and succession initiatives.
• Assist managers with performance improvement opportunities.

Employee Relations & Office Administration

• Provide guidance regarding workplace concerns and employee relations matters.
• Investigate and document employee relations issues as needed.
• Promote employee engagement and a positive workplace culture.
• Support conflict resolution and recommend appropriate actions.
• Coordinate office operations, vendor relationships, employee events, and general administrative functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment laws, and employee relations practices.
• Ability to advise managers on performance management and workplace issues.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and employees.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in a Generalist role.
• Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefits.
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance initiatives.

Preferred

• Experience with Rippling HRIS and Payroll.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or similar HR certification.
• Experience supporting multi-state employee populations.
• Experience building HR processes and performance management programs.
• Experience in distribution, logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, or family-owned business environments.

Salary Range

$70,000 - $80,000

For job requisitions posted to certain locations, CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range. This compensation range is specific to certain locations and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.