Human Resources Generalist Lakewood, 24-30 hrs/week – Fridays remote 75-110K Depending on experience and hours Overview A growing consumer brand with a loyal national customer base is seeking a professional and hands-on HR Generalist to join its small but dynamic team. This role will support all people operations — from hiring and onboarding to compliance and employee experience. You’ll be the first dedicated HR hire and a key partner to the executive team in shaping internal processes and culture as the company continues to expand. We’re looking for someone with maturity, strong follow-through, and a passion for building structure, as well as great knowledge of HR laws and procedures. Key Responsibilities Handle employee onboarding and offboarding with professionalism and care Maintain employee records and documentation, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws Coordinate PTO tracking, timekeeping, and attendance policies Support performance management processes, employee relations, and team communication Assist with benefits administration and liaise with payroll when necessary Proactively recommend improvements to people processes and workflows Build strong relationships across the team and act as a go-to resource for HR-related needs Ideal Candidate Profile experience in an HR role, preferably in a growing small business or startup environment Confident, approachable, and trustworthy Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a strong sense of accountability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong judgment and emotional intelligence Familiarity with HR software or willingness to learn new tools quickly Comfortable balancing structure with flexibility in a fast-changing environment Why Join Us You’ll be part of a mission-driven company with a loyal following and a leadership team that values people and culture. This is a ground-floor HR opportunity with the chance to build processes from the inside out and help shape the next phase of growth. Email: Nechi@maiplacement.com