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Adient

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Human Resources Generalist

Adient · Normal, Illinois, United States

Full-timeOn site2-5 yrs$65k–$75kListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Human Resources Generalist will manage daily HR operations including employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, and payroll administration within a manufacturing facility. They will also partner with leadership to support performance management, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Employee RelationsRecruitingOnboardingBenefits AdministrationCompliancePayroll ProcessingPerformance ManagementConflict Resolution

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Human ResourcesManufacturingEmployee RelationsRecruitingOnboardingBenefits AdministrationCompliancePayrollHRISMicrosoft Excel

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience along with at least 2 years of HR experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems is required, with preference given to those with manufacturing industry experience.

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Questions about this role

Is this Adient role remote?
Tagged on site.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $65,000–$75,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

We are seeking a collaborative and employee-focused Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations in a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders, providing support in employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, payroll, and HR programs while helping foster a positive workplace culture.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a collaborative and employee-focused Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations in a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders, providing support in employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, payroll, and HR programs while helping foster a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR-related questions and support.

Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective actions.

Support recruiting activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer processing.

Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientations, and employment documentation.

Maintain employee records and process personnel actions, including hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.

Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, leave administration, and employee inquiries.

Support payroll processing, timekeeping audits, and attendance tracking.

Partner with leaders on performance management, coaching, and employee development initiatives.

  • Track HR metrics and support engagement, retention, and continuous improvement programs.
  • Coordinate employee events, recognition activities, and plant engagement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and HR procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality of employee and business information.
  • Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources experience.
  • Strong knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and personnel systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and HRIS systems.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

  • Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience administering FMLA and leave programs.

Experience with ADP, Kronos, Workforce Management (WFM), or similar time and attendance systems.

  • Experience supporting payroll and benefits administration.
  • Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000
  • Schedule: 2nd Split Shift (Monday-Friday), 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
  • Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays

Additional Information

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and meet all employment eligibility requirements.

This position is expected to support and promote all health, safety, and environmental standards, including reporting workplace injuries, incidents, and unsafe conditions.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be a complete list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs require.

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This listing comes from Adient's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 5 Oct 2026.