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Human Resources Generalist
People & HR
fulton, ny, usa
USD 60k-65k / year
Posted on Jun 5, 2026
HR Generalist
Fulton, NY | Full-Time | Onsite
$60,000-$65,000 annually depending on experience
Are you an HR professional who enjoys variety in your day and wants to be part of a collaborative manufacturing environment where your contributions truly matter?
Our client is seeking an HR Generalist to join their Human Resources team in Fulton, NY. This is a highly visible role that supports employees and leaders across a broad range of HR functions including payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, recruiting, onboarding, and compliance.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being a hands-on HR partner and is looking for a role with significant exposure across all areas of Human Resources.
What You'll Do
- Assist with payroll processing for employees in New York and New Jersey, including field service technicians
- Support employees with benefits-related questions and enrollment activities
- Coordinate leave administration including FMLA, Workers' Compensation, Disability, and Paid Family Leave
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Assist with recruiting activities including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and orientation
- Support employee relations initiatives and day-to-day HR inquiries
- Help administer employee engagement and recognition programs
- Create and distribute internal communications, including site newsletters
- Partner closely with managers and employees to support a positive workplace culture
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Approximately 4+ years of Human Resources experience
- Experience supporting multiple HR disciplines including payroll, benefits, employee relations, and recruiting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage confidential information professionally and discreetly
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Manufacturing industry experience
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Familiarity with UKG, Workday, or similar HRIS platforms
- Experience administering leave programs and employee benefits
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Broad exposure across all areas of Human Resources
- Opportunity to work closely with leadership and employees throughout the organization
- Stable manufacturing environment with a strong team culture
- Meaningful role with the ability to make an immediate impact
If you're a well-rounded HR professional who enjoys balancing employee support, compliance, payroll, recruiting, and employee engagement, we'd love to hear from you. Submit a resume to cnyjobs@hiresapphire.com today for immediate consideration.
Sapphire Recruitment is an EOE