Aggregate Resource Industries, Inc. · 20 hours ago
Human Resource Generalist
Aggregate Resource Industries, Inc. (ARI) is a leading mining and construction services contractor headquartered in Springfield, Oregon. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted partner within the Human Resources department, providing operational support across the full employee lifecycle, which includes benefits administration, employee onboarding and offboarding, and performance management.
MiningTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Serves as the primary point of contact for employee HR inquiries, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and benefits
Collaborates with Recruitment & Onboarding function on the new hire onboarding processes, including documentation, HRIS setup, digital workflows, and onboarding checklist completion
Coordinates employee offboarding and exit processes, including exit interviews, final documentation, and benefits transitions
Maintains accurate and compliant employee records, personnel files, and HRIS data
Supports managers by ensuring job descriptions remain accurate, current, and aligned with evolving role responsibilities and organizational needs
Administers employee benefits programs, including enrollments, qualifying life events, and ongoing benefits support
Coordinates and manages the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications, system updates, vendor coordination, and issue resolution
Serves as a liaison between employees and benefits providers to address questions and resolve issues
Supports and coordinates benefits-related reporting, audits, and compliance requirements in partnership with the HR Director and external vendors
Supports the administration of performance review cycles, including tracking timelines, managing documentation, and supporting manager compliance
Assists managers with performance concerns and corrective action documentation in partnership with the HR Director
Drafts and maintains employee personnel documentation with professionalism, consistency, and confidentiality
Supports employee relations matters while escalating complex or high-risk issues to the HR Director
Effectively utilize HRIS platforms, Excel-based tools, and approved AI-enabled applications to support HR operations, reporting, and documentation accuracy
Identifies opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve HR workflows using technology while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality
Performs periodic audits of HR data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems
Supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Coordinates employee leave administration (FMLA, OFLA, paid leave programs, and other applicable leaves) in partnership with the HR Director and external vendors
Tracks and administers HR policy acknowledgments, required trainings, and compliance documentation
Contributes to HR policy development, updates, communication, and consistent application across the organization
Participates in audits, investigations, and compliance reporting, ensuring documentation accuracy and timely follow-through
Partners closely with Recruitment & Onboarding to ensure seamless transitions from hire to employee
Provides backup support to other HR team members as needed
Assists with HR initiatives, system implementations, process improvements, and department projects
Contributes to continuous improvement of HR operations, employee experience, and internal HR practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist or HR operations role, with demonstrated ownership of core HR processes and increasing responsibility over time
Strong working knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, benefits administration, and HR compliance requirements and related audits or filings
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite, experience using HRIS platforms and digital HR tools
Experience using AI-powered tools, automation, or advanced digital solutions to improve workflow efficiency, documentation, or data analysis
Values-driven: Embodies ARI's values of integrity, teamwork, resilience, and continuous improvement
Demonstrates curiosity and confidence in leveraging technology, including AI-enabled tools, to streamline HR processes while maintaining confidentiality and compliance
Extreme attention to detail with the ability to analyze HR data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow processes through to completion
Skilled in both verbal and written communication with strong cross-departmental collaboration
Collaborative and supportive team member who builds trust across departments
Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and leading practical process improvements
Demonstrates the ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage priorities with minimal supervision
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with changing priorities
Preferred
Experience supporting or preparing ACA reporting (Forms 1094/1095) and EEO-1 reporting
Experience partnering with benefits brokers or vendors on compliance-related reporting
SHRM-CP, PHR, or willingness to acquire a comparable HR certification
Benefits
Full benefits package