Field Human Resources Generalist

KNAPP North America

Field Human Resources Generalist supporting HR initiatives within Resident Business sites in the manufacturing and logistics sectors. Drive compliance, culture, recruitment, and employee engagement initiatives.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeKennesaw • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key partner to operations leadership within the Resident Business sites
Provide hands-on support in all areas of human resources
Act as a sounding board, pushing back as necessary
Drive HR initiatives that align with business objectives
Foster a positive work environment
Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws
Act as a trusted advisor to employees and supervisors
Address concerns and resolve conflicts
Conduct investigations as needed
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws
Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives
Assist Site Manager with arranging employee events and engagement activities
Support recruitment efforts by partnering with hiring managers
Onboard new employees at responsible sites
Lead orientation and support other departments’ activities related to onboarding/orientation
Support leaders through performance review processes, coaching, and corrective action procedures
Help coordinate training sessions on HR policies, compliance, and leadership development
Assist with employee meetings, town halls, tool talks, etc.
Maintain accurate employee records and support HRIS data integrity
Assist with timecard and point system management
Partner with Total Rewards to support employee wellness initiatives
Assist Leadership and corporate HR team with offboarding procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
3–5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to present to and influence leadership
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, SAP, etc.)
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Experience supporting hourly workforce in a 24/7 operation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry competitive compensation
Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short & Long Term Disability
401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Profit Sharing
Paid Parental Leave
Subsidized Daycare
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR generalist experienceemployment lawsHR best practicesonboardingperformance review processestraining coordinationemployee engagement initiativesconflict resolutioninvestigationsdata integrity

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsproblem-solving skillsindependent workinfluencing leadershippositive work environmenttrust advisorcoachingteam collaborationevent coordination

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human ResourcesBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationPHR certificationSHRM-CP certification