Human Resources Generalist

Job overview

The Human Resources Generalist role is onsite in Carlstadt, NJ, with compensation of $60,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience. Outerspace supports high-growth brands and their daily operations; this role supports HR operations at its Pennsylvania facility, as described in the posting. The generalist helps manage employee-facing HR processes, including onboarding, benefits and leave administration, payroll backup, employee relations, compliance, training records, and recruiting logistics. The role contributes to accurate HR operations and a consistent employee experience while escalating complex or sensitive matters appropriately.

What you'll do

• Support orientation and employee recognition
• administer onboarding, orientation, and exit interview processes
• provide HR guidance on benefits, absences, conduct, grievances, and employee relations
• back up payroll processing and maintain employee records
• support handbook and policy communications
• document training compliance
• respond to employment inquiries and escalate sensitive issues
• participate in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• support direct-hire recruiting and interview logistics
• help ensure compliance with employment laws.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

human resources generalist

full-time

carlstadt nj

outerspace

hr operations

employee relations

onboarding

payroll backup

benefits administration

compliance

english and spanish

$60k–$80k/year

1–3 years hr experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA
• 401(k) matching.

Why this role

Fluency in English and Spanish is required; 1–3 years of HR experience is requested, and a bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent work experience considered.

About the employer

Outerspace is hiring for this role. Industry: Office Administrative Services. Sector: 56.