Human Resources Generalist

V\&S Galvanizing, LLC

has over 100 years of experience in Hot Dip Galvanizing, and we are the leader in the steel coating industry. Today we operate over 9 galvanizing plants in the U.S., featuring exceptional service to small fabricators as well as companies known worldwide.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an energetic individual to fulfill the role of

HR Generalist.

This is a full-time position located at our growing corporate team in

Columbus, Ohio

.

The HR Generalist

is responsible for managing a wide range of human resources functions while also supporting payroll administration for the organization.

The

HR Generalist

serves as a trusted partner to employees and leaders, supporting employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, performance management, benefits administration, while ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. The

HR Generalist

plays a critical role in aligning HR practices with business objectives to support a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.

Responsibilities:

Human Resources -

• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, hiring, and offer letter preparation.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, including background checks, drug screens, new hire paperwork, and E-Verify completion.
• Partner with managers on performance management, coaching, and corrective action processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and update HR policies as needed.
• Administer employee benefits programs, manage billing, and coordinate annual open enrollment activities.
• Develop and maintain accurate HR records, reports, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Support training initiatives, employee engagement programs, and career development planning.
• Administer and track leave programs, including FMLA and ADA accommodations, and manage Workers’ Compensation claims and billing while supporting employees through the process.

Payroll \& HRIS -

• Assist with processing multi-state payroll accurately and on time, including regular, overtime, and off-cycle payroll runs.
• Maintain accurate payroll and timekeeping records, including deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with the payroll manager to reconcile payroll data, support audits, and complete year-end reporting (W-2, ACA, etc.).
• Administer and optimize HRIS/payroll systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, timekeeping, pay discrepancies, and other HR or payroll-related matters.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred; relevant professional experience may be substituted in lieu of formal education.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive HR experience with direct payroll administration responsibilities (multi-state preferred).
• Knowledge of employment laws, payroll regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial setting (e.g. shift premiums, union payroll) preferred.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (Dayforce preferred).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.

A meaningful compensation package will be developed for the successful candidate that includes base salary, health, dental, vision, life and disability products and a 401k program with company match.

V\&S Galvanizing LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.