HR Generalist

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STS Technical Services is hiring an experienced HR Generalist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. This position supports daily human resources operations at an aerospace facility, with responsibilities spanning employee relations, workplace investigations, employment law compliance, workers’ compensation, onboarding, offboarding, and benefits administration.

We’re looking for an HR professional with at least 3 years of human resources experience, strong organizational skills, and a working knowledge of federal and New Mexico employment laws.

The ideal candidate can manage sensitive employee matters with professionalism, maintain accurate and confidential records, and provide reliable HR support to employees, supervisors, and management.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting day-to-day human resources functions within an aerospace industry environment. This role helps maintain compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies while supporting employee relations, workforce administration, benefits programs, and HR documentation.

The position requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Employment Law Compliance and HR Administration

• Maintain compliance with applicable federal and New Mexico state employment laws, regulations, and HR policies
• Assist with HR compliance activities, internal audits, recordkeeping, and required reporting
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with applicable requirements
• Support the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures
• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors regarding HR policies and established procedures

Employee Relations and Workplace Investigations

• Conduct workplace investigations involving employee complaints, policy violations, and other employee relations matters
• Document investigation findings and recommend appropriate next steps
• Support employees and management with employee relations questions and concerns
• Handle sensitive employee information professionally and confidentially
• Assist supervisors with understanding and applying established HR policies

Workers’ Compensation Administration

• Manage workers’ compensation reporting and documentation
• Coordinate workers’ compensation matters with employees, management, and insurance providers
• Maintain accurate records related to workers’ compensation reporting and claims
• Support communication and administrative coordination throughout the claims process

Employee Onboarding and Offboarding

• Coordinate employee onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork and orientation
• Ensure completion of required employment documentation and policy acknowledgments
• Maintain accurate onboarding records and employee information
• Manage employee offboarding activities, including exit documentation and termination paperwork
• Coordinate final employment processes with appropriate internal stakeholders

Employee Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefits programs
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and related documentation
• Answer employee questions regarding benefits programs and enrollment processes
• Coordinate with benefits providers as needed
• Maintain accurate benefits-related employee records

General HR Support

• Provide daily HR guidance and administrative support to employees, supervisors, and management
• Support employee recordkeeping, compliance documentation, and HR information systems
• Assist with HR reporting and special projects
• Perform additional human resources functions as business needs require

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of human resources experience in an HR Generalist or similar position
• Working knowledge of federal and New Mexico state employment laws and regulations
• Experience conducting and documenting workplace investigations
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation reporting and claim coordination
• Experience managing employee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Experience administering employee benefits and addressing employee benefits questions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous HR experience in aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, or another regulated industry
• Experience supporting employees in a production or facility-based environment
• Familiarity with HR compliance documentation, employee personnel files, and internal audits

Work Environment

This position supports human resources operations within an aerospace facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

The HR Generalist will interact regularly with employees, supervisors, and management while handling confidential personnel matters, coordinating HR processes, and supporting daily workforce needs.

Additional Duties

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading organizations across the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.

We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities that put their experience to work in technical, administrative, operational, and leadership positions throughout the United States.

If you are looking for HR Generalist jobs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico and have experience with employee relations, workplace investigations, HR compliance, workers’ compensation, benefits administration, or aerospace human resources operations, we encourage you to apply today.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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