HR Generalist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, recruiting, and overall HR operations. This position partners closely with leadership and employees to ensure efficient HR processes, maintain regulatory compliance, and foster a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling sensitive information in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and support weekly payroll activities, including reviewing employee time records, resolving discrepancies, and responding to payroll-related inquiries.
• Administer employee benefits enrollment and assist with benefit-related questions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and HR regulations.
• Manage employee records and HR documentation, including new hires, transfers, promotions, performance reviews, and separations.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.
• Assist with performance management processes and employee development initiatives.
• Support recruiting efforts for hourly and operational positions, including candidate screening and interviewing.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and assist with new hire orientation as needed.
• Support leave administration, accommodation requests, workers' compensation activities, and attendance tracking.
• Prepare and maintain HR, payroll, and workforce-related reports and metrics.
• Conduct periodic audits of personnel files and HR records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with employee engagement programs, company events, and recognition initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for employee questions and concerns while promoting positive employee relations.
• Perform additional HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Several years of HR Generalist experience with exposure to payroll administration.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting employee relations, benefits, recruiting, and HR administration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverside, MO.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Riverside,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.