HR Generalist

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HR Generalist

Gregory Industries

Location

North Canton, OH

Experience

Mid

Posted

Jul 14, 2026

Apply by

August 13, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office

Job Description

For more than 125 years, Gregory Industries has built a legacy that goes beyond metals and manufacturing steel products. Through a commitment to quality and constant drive to improve, we lead the industry with people and processes that exceed expectations. Learn how our roll-formed steel products can help support your business needs. HR Generalist Summary Gregory Industries is seeking a detail-oriented and employee-focused HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. This position is primarily responsible for administering the company's employee benefits programs while providing outstanding customer service to employees regarding benefit questions and enrollments. The HR Generalist will also serve as the primary backup for payroll processing through cross-training and will support various HR functions including onboarding, compliance, HRIS maintenance, and employee support. The ideal candidate will have previous experience administering employee benefits, working with payroll systems, and maintaining confidential employee information. Job Core Responsibilities: Administer all employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and 401(k). Conduct new hire benefit orientations and educate employees on available benefit options. Process benefit enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations. Coordinate annual Open Enrollment activities. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions. Work directly with benefit carriers and brokers to resolve employee benefit issues. Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and assist with benefit reporting. Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations. Maintain accurate benefit records within the HRIS. Skills: Strong understanding of employee benefit administration. Knowledge of payroll practices and wage and hour laws. Familiarity with FMLA, ADA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, and other employment regulations. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with HRIS and payroll software (Paycor experience preferred) Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. These job functions are not intended to be all-inclusive. Changes in functional assignments may occur, as business needs dictate. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off and paid holidays. 401k with company match. Medical, dental & vision benefits. Company paid life insurance, short term disability & long-term disability. Onsite fitness facilities. Discretionary profit-sharing bonus program. Gregory Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and 401(k).
  • Conduct new hire benefit orientations and educate employees on available options.
  • Process benefit enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations.
  • Coordinate annual Open Enrollment activities.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions.
  • Work with benefit carriers and brokers to resolve employee issues.
  • Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and assist with benefit reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other regulations.
  • Maintain accurate benefit records within the HRIS.

Skills Required

Employee benefit administrationPayroll practicesWage and hour lawsFMLAADACOBRAACAHIPAAMicrosoft OfficeExcelWordOutlookHRISPayroll softwareAttention to detailAccuracyDiscretionVerbal communicationWritten communicationCustomer serviceProblem solvingTime managementOrganizational skillsAbility to manage multiple prioritiesPaycor

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental & vision benefits
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Short term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Onsite fitness facilities
  • Discretionary profit-sharing bonus program

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