HR Generalist

HR Generalist

Morrisville, NC

 

Do you enjoy a challenge? A team player who stays calm under pressure? Ready to take that next step in your HR career?

 

If so, Tecan may be the perfect place for you. We’re looking for a driven and people-focused HR professional to join our team as an HR Generalist, where you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping the employee experience at Tecan-US. As part of an organization committed to making a difference in the world - - changing lives and saving lives through Scaling Healthcare Globally - - you will support the HR operations that enable our teams to innovate, grow, and create meaningful impact. In this early-career position, you’ll be the first point of contact for employees and managers, supporting a wide range of HR tasks that keep our organization running smoothly - - from onboarding and HRIS accuracy to compliance, benefits support, and employee engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and are eager to grow your skills alongside a supportive HR team, this is an exceptional opportunity to make an impact and elevate your HR career.

 

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist (Early Career) provides day-to-day support across core HR areas, including onboarding, HR operations, HRIS data accuracy, employee record management, benefits and leave assistance, compliance tracking, and employee experience initiatives.

This role is ideal for an early-career HR professional with 3–5 years of hands-on HR experience who can work independently on routine HR tasks while escalating complex matters to the HR Business Partner. The HR Generalist will serve as the first line of HR support for employees and managers, enabling HR Business Partners to focus on strategic initiatives such as workforce planning, organizational design, talent development, and leadership support.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

1. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Support

• Maintain and update personnel files and digital employee records.
• Enter, audit, and ensure accuracy of HRIS data.
• Process lifecycle changes (new hires, job changes, terminations).
• Support recurring HR reporting, auditing, and data tracking needs.
• Serve as the first line of support for routine HR questions.
• Escalate sensitive or complex matters to the HRBP.

 

2. Recruitment & Onboarding Coordination

• Partner with Talent Acquisition to coordinate interview logistics when additional scheduling support is needed.
• Serve as a backup resource to TA for:
• posting roles or facilitating candidate communication during peak periods or absences.
• preparing and processing pre-employment and onboarding documentation (e.g., I-9 verification, new-hire paperwork, background check coordination).
• Support onboarding logistics, including new-hire orientation setup, systems coordination, and ensuring a smooth first-day experience.
• Maintain organized onboarding checklists and track completion of required onboarding tasks.

 

3. Benefits & Leave Support

• Partner with benefits vendors or payroll for routine follow-up.
• Serve as an initial contact for routine benefits questions and direct employees appropriately.
• Support tasks related to Open Enrollment and benefits communications.
• Assist with tracking and documentation for leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, state leaves), escalating complex situations to the HRBP and/or Total Rewards.
• Partner with benefits vendors or payroll for routine follow-up.

 

4. Employee Relations & Engagement Support

• Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, PTO, and processes.
• Support HR-driven engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Assist with survey coordination, action item tracking, and communication.

 

5. Compliance & Policy Administration

• Maintain required compliance postings, documentation, and records.
• Track mandatory trainings and certifications to ensure compl