HR Generalist Jobs in Canton, MI

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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HR Generalist-Bilingual

  • Romulus, MI (11 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Romulus, MI (11 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 hours ago

, employment law, and separations....

HR Operations Analyst

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 10 hours ago

Woven by Toyota is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. Our mission is to deliver safe, intelligent, human-centered mobility for all. Through our Arene mobility software...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Canton, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Company Profile Net Shaped Solutions (NSS) is a premier cold forged products manufacturer with a location in Canton, Michigan. NSS has more than 50 years of experience in net shaped cold forged...

Human Resources Intern

  • Hazel Park, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hazel Park, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 hours ago

Human Resources Intern - 2nd shift (On-site) Job Summary: The HR Intern is responsible in providing quality HR compliance and administrative support to The HR team and Team Members. HR Intern is...

HR Representative I Full Time Detroit, MI

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides quality initial support services to all HFHS employees with a high degree of customer satisfaction, expertise, and timeliness. This includes...

HR Analyst Intern

  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Roush****Title** HR Analyst Intern**Location** Livonia, MI**Category** Internships / Apprentices**Hiring Type** InternshipAt Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product...

Temporary Human Resources Generalist

  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Join the Kelly team as a **_Human Resources Generalist, Employee Services_** to work at a premier college in Auburn Hills. We're here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best...

(REMOTE) HR Rep Specialist -(LOA)

  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: 100% Remote based Must have previous experience administering Leave of Absence. Hours run EST - 8am -5pm. Provides advanced level HR leave of absence...

Remote Work

Human Resources Generalist

  • Madison Heights, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Reporting to the HR Manager, t he HR Generalist will perform daily HR functions including employee relations, new hire orientation, timekeeping, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing...

Human Resource Generalist

  • New Boston, MI (14 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Boston, MI (14 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 5 days ago

We are AUTOKINITON AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering,...

Hris Specialist

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 6 days ago

HRIS Analyst Job Description We are seeking an HRIS Analyst with a strong background in human resources information systems and hands-on experience with Dayforce, Workday, UKG, or ADP....

Human Resources Representative - Retail

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 7 days ago

HR GENERALIST. THIS POSITION IS ONSITE ONLY AND IS NOT A MANAGEMENT POSITION Our ideal candidate will possess the preferred experience: 2 Years experience working as an HR Generalist, Sr....

Human Resources Generalist Co-Op

  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Human Resources Generalist Co-Op American Axle & Manufacturing - 3.4 Auburn Hills, MI Job Details Part-time Estimated: $39.1K - $49.5K a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Office Human...

HR Generalist - Total Rewards

  • Plymouth, MI (3 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (3 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 9 days ago

HR Generalist - Total Rewards Sr....

HR Generalist Senior University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Proactively act as subject matter expert for F&O HR group in recruitment and selection, employment law, organizational development, employee or labor relations....

Demographic Data for Canton, MI

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Canton, MI

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Canton, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.4%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Canton, MI
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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