Position Overview

Aero Precision is building a new Human Resources department following a recent asset purchase. The HR Generalist reports to the Director of Human Resources and will play a hands-on role in standing up HR processes and people and culture programs from the ground up. This position handles the day-to-day HR operations of a manufacturing workforce, including HRIS management, data consistency, payroll backup, employee relations, onboarding, training, safety, and organizational development.

This role suits a generalist who has worked in manufacturing, is comfortable building processes where none exist yet, and wants to help shape how an HR function operates from day one.

Position Responsibilities

HR Department Setup

• Help build HR infrastructure following the asset purchase, including employee files, workflows, forms, and standard operating procedures.
• Support configuration and data setup in Paylocity, including employee records, job codes, and onboarding workflows.
• Help draft, update, and roll out policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.

HRIS, Data, and Payroll

• Perform accurate data entry and maintain employee records in Paylocity.
• Serve as payroll backup: review timecards, process changes, and support payroll processing as needed.
• Pull reports and maintain HR data for audits, compliance, and leadership requests.
• Maintain physical and digital personnel files in line with retention requirements.

Recruiting and Onboarding

• Support the hiring process: post openings, pre-screen applicants, schedule interviews, and prepare offer letters.
• Coordinate background checks, drug screening, and E-Verify.
• Complete Forms I-9, verify documentation, and maintain I-9 files.
• Run new hire orientation and onboarding for production and office employees.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions and concerns.
• Advise supervisors on employee relations issues, including coaching, documentation, and PIPs, and escalate to the Director of HR as needed.
• Assist with investigations, performance reviews, and the termination process.

Training and Organizational Development

• Coordinate and track required and job-specific training.
• Support performance management, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Help develop job descriptions, org charts, and career paths as the organization grows.

Safety and Compliance

• Partner with operations on safety programs, safety training, and incident follow-up.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and maintain OSHA logs.
• Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave, and disability.
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and ACA and EEO-1 reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Washington and other State employment laws.

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist.
• *** Paylocity experience required ***
• Working knowledge of federal and Washington State employment laws.
• Experience with payroll processing or payroll support.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Experience setting up or building an HR function, or supporting an acquisition or integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification.

*** Bonus if Bilingual in English and Vietnamese ***

This is a fully on-site role at our Lakewood, WA facility, Monday through Friday. 

**** Must be able to legally own a firearm, pass a background check and drug test for employment consideration ****

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: $32.00 to $42.00 per hour, non-exempt. Placement within the range depends on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee contribution.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, with employee contribution.
• Paid Parental Leave 
• 401(k) with a 6% company match.
• Three weeks of paid time off per year.