Human Resources Generalist

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY

This role supports the HR, management, and employee teams for the ADS business, with responsibilities across several key functional areas, including HRIS maintenance, payroll administration, timekeeping, leave administration, and other benefits‑related topics. The position also assists with recruitment activities such as job postings and interview scheduling, oversees onboarding processes, and provides support on employee relations matters. In addition, this role supports the ADS HR team on key projects and serves as the ADS office lead.

This is a full‑time role based in our Huntsville, AL office, ability to work remotely 1-2 days per week.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Serve as an HR Generalist, owning transactional HR activities in Workday and responding to general employee and manager inquiries.
• Support the overall employee experience through timely issue resolution, guidance, and coordination of HR processes.
• Partner closely with HR Managers and HRIS on data maintenance, reporting, and audits

Workday, Reporting & Payroll

• Complete Workday transactions and maintain accurate headcount and HR data reporting.
• Perform weekly payroll activities, including data entry, reporting, and Partnering with our payroll administrator.
• Train employees and leaders on timekeeping and payroll processes as needed.
• Collaborate with HRIS to ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, and compliance.

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Support annual benefits open enrollment communications and provide hands‑on support to employees in the U.S. and Canada.
• Proactively assist employees with benefits questions, enrollment issues, and vendor coordination.
• Administer leave management processes, coordinating with the leave vendor, employees, and managers to ensure compliance and clear communication.

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Support the recruitment process in the U.S. and Canada by opening requisitions in Workday, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews and scheduling.
• Partner with HR Managers and external agencies on prescreening, background checks, and drug screenings.
• Conduct new employee orientation and oversee onboarding activities to ensure a smooth new‑hire experience.
• Complete I‑9 verification for all new hires in compliance with federal requirements.

Compliance, ER & Programs

• At times may assist in employee relations matters and engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate and deliver employee recognition programs through Awardco.
• Submit Workers’ Compensation claims and manage the annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review process.

Office & Administrative Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Huntsville office, providing front‑desk reception support and general office coordination.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned to support HR operations and business needs.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION LEVEL, and SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• BS/BA or equivalent in Human Resources or related area
• Minimum 3 years human resources experience
• Minimum 2 years experienced in recruitment both hourly and exempt roles
• Highly self‑directed, with the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Preferred experience working with HRIS systems such as Workday, and experience with timekeeping systems like Kronos or Dimensions
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher Programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and procedures for payroll, benefits, and employee relations

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints to meet strict deadlines
• Must be self-directed, show initiative, anticipate and prevent issues through proactiveness
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-starter with a can-do attitude
• Exhibits commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Ability to work well cross-functional teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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Job Family: Human Resources

Business Unit: ADS