HR Generalist | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $82,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for supporting employees and building positive workplace culture? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Traverse City, seeking experienced HR Generalists to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Traverse City seeking HR Generalists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and company policies.
• Administers employee benefits programs and responds to inquiries regarding eligibility and coverage.
• Conducts employee relations investigations and provides guidance on disciplinary actions.
• Maintains accurate HR records and generates reports for management as needed.
• Develops and implements HR policies and procedures to support organizational goals.
• Assists with workers' compensation claims and safety initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA).
• Experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS implementation or optimization
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification
• Proficiency in a second language (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin) relevant to the local workforce
• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Generalist, Human Resources Generalist, HR Coordinator, Human Resources Coordinator, HR Specialist, Human Resources Specialist, People Operations Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist, HR Business Partner, Junior HR Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.