HR Generalist 1
Jabil
HR Generalist 1
Jabil
Designs and builds electronics for other brands
Position Summary
The HR Generalist I serves as an entry-level Human Resources professional supporting daily HR operations within a manufacturing environment. Working under the guidance of HR leadership, this role assists with employee lifecycle activities, onboarding, training coordination, HR administration, employee inquiries, and compliance-related tasks. The HR Generalist I develops foundational HR knowledge while providing support to employees and leaders and helping ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.
The HR Generalist I is expected to learn HR processes, build business acumen, and gradually develop the skills necessary to handle increasingly complex employee and organizational issues.
Location
This position will be based on-site at our brand-new manufacturing facility in Byhalia, MS.
Shift
To Be Determined. Flexibility is preferred, as there will be multiple openings on various shifts.
What Will You Do?
The HR Generalist I provides administrative and operational HR support across multiple functional areas. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assist employees and managers with routine HR questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment practices.
Support onboarding activities including new hire orientation, document collection, system transactions, and employee integration activities.
Maintain employee personnel files, HR records, and required documentation in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.
Assist with employee lifecycle activities including transfers, promotions, status changes, and separations.
Support attendance tracking and reporting processes.
Coordinate training activities, maintain training records, and assist with compliance-related training requirements.
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and site-wide employee events and programs.
Support recruiting and hiring activities, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding coordination.
Conduct routine audits of HR records and assist with compliance reporting requirements.
Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and other administrative documentation as requested.
Escalate employee relations concerns and policy issues to HR leadership for guidance and resolution.
Maintain confidentiality when handling employee information and sensitive business matters.
Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.
How Will You Get Here?
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Experience
0-2+ years of Human Resources, administrative, internship, or related professional experience.
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment preferred.
Exposure to HR processes, employee service activities, recruiting, onboarding, or administrative support preferred.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications and HR systems is beneficial.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic understanding of Human Resources principles and practices.
Strong customer service orientation and ability to build positive working relationships.
Ability to follow established processes, procedures, and detailed instructions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
Basic problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and build knowledge across HR functional areas.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Jabil designs and manufactures electronics and other products for companies that sell them under their own brands, including makers of AI data center hardware, medical devices, cars, and defense systems. Customers bring a product idea or design, and Jabil handles the engineering, sources the parts, builds the product at scale, and manages the supply chain behind it. The work runs through a global network of factories, so one partner can build products for customers across many markets, from data center racks to medical equipment. Jabil earns revenue through manufacturing and engineering service contracts with these brands. The company was founded in 1966 and is based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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