About the role
Human Resources Generalist Hanes Companies, Inc., a division of Leggett & Platt, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Winston-Salem, NC. With more than 50 locations across North America, Hanes Companies is a leading distributor and converter of industrial textiles, environmentally friendly geosynthetics, erosion-control products, and stabilization products used in the construction industry. This role will serve as a trusted HR partner to employees and leaders, with an active presence on the plant floor and responsibility for supporting a broad range of human resources functions. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: * Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and managers at the Winston-Salem facility and assigned branch locations. * Build strong relationships with plant leadership and employees to help foster a positive, productive work environment. * Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding. * Facilitate new-hire orientation and coordinate onboarding for employees and temporary workers. * Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, corrective action, attendance concerns, and policy interpretation. * Support the administration of FMLA, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, employee benefits, and employee engagement programs. * Assist managers with coaching, conflict resolution, workplace investigations, and documentation of employee matters. * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures. * Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HRIS data. * Support HR reporting, workforce planning, and broader organizational initiatives. * Participate in safety programs, training efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility. * Partner with leadership to strengthen retention, employee development, and workplace culture. * Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. * Working knowledge of employment laws, employee relations, benefits administration, FMLA, ADA, and workers' compensation. * Experience supporting performance management and conducting employee investigations. * Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. * Ability to build relationships and influence individuals at all levels of the organization. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and human resources information systems. * Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer