HR Generalist

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist who will be responsible for administering and executing human resource programs, including compensation, benefits, employee relations, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. This role will support two sites in Cleveland, OH, and Cardington, OH, requiring travel to the Cardington location at least twice per month.

• Track and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training and continuing education.
• Administer and execute HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave, and performance management.
• Handle employment-related inquiries and refer complex matters to appropriate staff.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations and review policies to ensure compliance.
• Oversee and coordinate all employee benefits, including annual open enrollment and retirement savings programs.
• Interpret and administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement, including benefits and leave matters.
• Manage recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding processes for full-time employment opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety training courses for new hires.
• Utilize HRIS to track employee activity and maintain employee records.
• Assist with union contractual negotiations and a variety of HR duties.

• Minimum of five years of relevant HR generalist experience, especially in benefits and employee relations.
• Experience in a manufacturing and unionized environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in PC, Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and HRIS.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources Management, Benefit Administration, Business Administration, or Social Sciences.
• High interest in working in a team environment.

The role involves working long hours in a sedentary position, performing repetitive motions, and occasionally moving objects up to 25lbs. You will collaborate with manufacturing team members in a potentially noisy environment and follow safety guidelines, including wearing PPE. The position may require working outside of standard business hours and traveling to the Cardington, OH location twice per month.

This is a Contract position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.