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HR Generalist

AccruePartners, Hickory, NC, United States


THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

Private, globally structured organization operating within a regulated manufacturing and distribution environment, supporting specialized products across a complex operational value chain.

Established business with a long-standing market presence, now entering a phase of modernization and operational improvement

Ongoing investment in systems, processes, and talent, including future ERP implementation and broader process enhancement initiatives.

Workforce evolution creating opportunities to strengthen capabilities and bring in new perspectives.

Focused on driving execution through improved alignment, communication, and performance management.

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU

Employee‑focused culture that emphasizes engagement, accountability, and alignment with business priorities.

Flexible leadership environment that encourages ownership, initiative, and independent thinking.

Opportunity to contribute during a period of transformation, with visibility to leadership and the ability to make an impact.

Hybrid flexibility with autonomy in managing day‑to‑day responsibilities, focused on outcomes.

Competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits and paid time off.

WHERE IT IS LOCATED

Hybrid 3 days in office in Hickory area.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Support recruiting activity as part of the HR team’s broader talent needs, helping manage hiring activity across the business.

Handle day‑to‑day HR operations tied to employee changes, including hires, transfers, promotions, terminations, retirements, and related workflow coordination.

Partner with managers on employee relations matters, offering thoughtful guidance through policy interpretation and workplace scenarios.

Influence leaders and stakeholders without direct authority to drive sound people decisions and strengthen HR credibility across the organization.

Help build employee self‑service capabilities and improve the efficiency of HR processes by reducing manual and paper‑driven work.

Document HR systems, processes, and programs to create better structure, consistency, and usability across the function.

Drive HR program execution and adoption, helping roll out initiatives, communicate changes, and encourage employee participation.

Contribute to employee engagement and organizational change efforts as the company continues its cultural and operational transformation.

HOW YOU ARE QUALIFIED

HR generalist or HR business partner experience with the ability to operate across recruiting, employee relations, and HR operations.

Demonstrated strength in employee relations, including sound judgment in navigating sensitive or gray‑area situations.

Proven ability to influence without authority and build credibility with managers, leaders, and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively.

A courageous, execution‑oriented approach with the confidence to offer recommendations, challenge ideas when needed, and move work forward.

Comfort working with senior leaders and people managers, including the ability to provide consultative support and practical guidance.

Experience with employee engagement and HR program support is important; ADP experience and manufacturing industry background are helpful but not required.

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