HR Generalist - Otsego Area

HR Generalist | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $86,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for supporting employees and building positive workplace culture? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Otsego seeking experienced HR Generalists.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Otsego region seeking HR Generalists. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard hourly and salaried manufacturing personnel.
• Manage employee relations, including grievance resolution, disciplinary actions, and conflict mediation on the production floor.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as company policies specific to a manufacturing environment.
• Administer HR programs such as performance management, compensation, and benefits for manufacturing employees.
• Coordinate and facilitate training and development initiatives, including safety training and skill development for production teams.
• Oversee workers' compensation claims and support workplace safety programs to foster a secure manufacturing environment.
• Maintain accurate HR records and HRIS data, ensuring data integrity for a dynamic manufacturing workforce.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience, with a significant portion in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state labor laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA) and OSHA compliance requirements.
• Proven ability in employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance procedures, ideally within a diverse workforce or unionized setting.
• Demonstrated experience recruiting for production, skilled trades, and administrative roles in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and experience with payroll support and benefits administration.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish) to support a diverse workforce.
• Experience with OSHA compliance, safety programs, or incident investigation.
• Familiarity with union relations, collective bargaining, or union avoidance strategies.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement principles from an HR perspective.

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Generalist, Human Resources Generalist, HR Specialist, Human Resources Specialist, HR Coordinator, People Operations Generalist, HR Business Partner, HR Administrator, Human Resources Administrator, HR Advisor

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.