Job Description

HR Generalist

Location:  Onsite, Canton, OH

Employment Type: Full-Time

Eckinger Construction is seeking a dynamic HR Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and serve as a key HR resource not only for Eckinger Construction but also for affiliated entities under common ownership, supporting a combined workforce of approximately 150 employees. This opportunity allows you to enhance day-to-day HR processes, partner with diverse teams, provide strategic HR guidance across multiple businesses, and make a meaningful impact on organizational growth and employee success.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and files.
• Support performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
• Address employee relations issues and escalate complex cases to leadership when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws, while driving policy updates and implementation. 
• Assist the Payroll Specialist with PTO tracking and timecard management.
• Manage Leave of Absence, COBRA, and Workers’ Compensation processes.
• Oversee FMLA requests, short- and long-term disability claims, general employee leave requests, and accommodation requests.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plans.
• Help implement and monitor employee training programs.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide general HR support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of HR experience, with strong recruiting expertise.
• Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Professional HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous company match.

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