Job Description

Where metal meets momentum. Where bold ideas become the products everyone else wishes they built.

Welcome to JR Metal Works, one of the fastest-rising names in American manufacturing.

We combine precision engineering, modern fabrication technology, and true craftsmanship to create custom metal products built to last. As we continue to grow, we remain deeply committed to quality, safety, continuous improvement—and most importantly, our people.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist helps support the employee experience at JR Metal Works from hiring and onboarding through development, performance, and offboarding. This role works closely with our People and Performance Lead, employees, managers, and leadership to keep HR processes organized, responsive, and aligned with JRMW’s culture and values.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, staying organized, and helping make the workplace better.

Core Responsibilities

• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding activities
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information
• Assist employees and managers with HR questions, policies, benefits, and day-to-day needs
• Support performance reviews, employee development, recognition, and engagement initiatives
• Assist with employee relations, performance concerns, and documentation
• Coordinate leave of absence, attendance, and other employee processes
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and compliance requirements
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications
• Maintain HR systems and records, including BambooHR and other company systems
• Assist with training coordination, tracking, and employee development programs
• Support offboarding and termination processes
• Help collect and maintain HR metrics related to hiring, turnover, attendance, performance, and engagement
• Partner with managers and leadership to improve the overall employee experience

Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of HR experience preferred
• HR degree, certification, or related education preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable handling confidential employee information
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to build trust and work effectively with employees at all levels
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of employment practices, HR processes, and compliance
• Experience with HRIS systems preferred
• A positive, solutions-focused mindset

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means employees and managers know where to go when they need HR support, HR processes are completed accurately and on time, and employees have a consistent experience throughout their time at JRMW.

You'll help create a workplace where people feel supported, informed, accountable, and proud to be part of the team.

Why JR Metal Works?

At JRMW, EVERYONE Matters. We believe great companies are built by great people, and we want our employees to have opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

If you're looking for an HR role where you can be hands-on, make a difference, and grow alongside a rapidly developing manufacturing company, we'd love to hear from you.