Human Resources Generalist

Requisition ID: 75051

Date: Jul 14, 2026

Location:

Walker, MI, US, 49534

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Department: Human Resources

Description:

This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract.

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week Monday- Friday.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

Assists and/or administers the day-to-day operations of the human resources function and duties. Assist and advise internal customers with the (HRIS), benefits, and other policies and procedures. Assists and/or guides various special projects and reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs internal customer service functions by answering employee administrative requests and questions on topics such as paychecks, benefits/insurance related issues, orientation paperwork, Employee Self Service questions, employment verifications, etc.

Execute data management including HRIS data entry, maintenance and auditing.

Acts as the system administrator for HRIS and time and attendance systems.

Process and quality check approved documents for all new hires, job changes, transfers, terminations, and compensation changes.

Provide direction, advice and education to all employee levels on using the HRIS system and Employee Self Service.

Support Human Resources management with administrative duties including but not limited to mailings, scheduling, distributing information, collecting information, preparing orientation packets, preparing reports, etc.

Responsible for maintaining employee files to ensure files are kept private and up‐to‐date.

Responsible for maintaining plant bulletin and electronic messaging boards to ensure latest communications are available to employees.

Conducts any necessary classroom training including new hire orientation and updates materials accordingly.

Acts as Events Coordinator for fundraising and various special events.

Special projects and other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.

Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business, related field or equivalent experience

Work Experience

Experience: 1-3 years of human resources experience

Knowledge of HR laws, regulations and practices

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of employees

Ability to analyze possible solutions to issues within laws, regulations and company rules

Be able to effectively multi-task and be flexible to adapt to changing business situations

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with HR business systems (i.e. Ultimate, SuccessFactors, SAP HCM) and MS Office applications

Working knowledge of worker’s compensation, ADA and unemployment regulations and reporting, ISO9000, FDA and cGMP requirements

Prior manufacturing experience in an industrial setting

Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description

Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.

Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times. #LI-JJ1 #LI-ONSITE #LI-Contract

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Physical Requirements

Light - sedentary

Shift

Monday- Friday

Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids