Paymaster/Plant HR (Human Resources) Generalist

At O-I, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an energetic and hands-on HR professional to support our manufacturing team in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing employee support, payroll administration, employee engagement, recruiting, benefits, and day-to-day HR operations in a dynamic plant environment.

If you're the type of person who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, staying organized, and being visible on the production floor instead of sitting behind a desk all day, we'd love to talk with you.

The Paymaster/Plant HR Generalist will assist in the execution of staffing, payroll, performance management, employee development, training and succession planning. This hands-on position is responsible for driving the implementation of HR processes and initiatives . This position is 100% onsite.

What You'll Do

As the Paymaster/Plant HR Generalist, you'll partner closely with plant leadership and employees to deliver exceptional HR support while helping create a positive, engaging, and high-performing workplace.

We're looking for someone who

- Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Is highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Has strong payroll knowledge and experience supporting hourly employees.
- Enjoys interacting with people and building positive working relationships.
- Is comfortable handling frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
- Takes a proactive, customer-service-oriented approach to HR.
- Works collaboratively and is willing to jump in wherever needed to support the team.
- Enjoys being active and visible throughout the plant rather than working exclusively from an office.

Responsibilities

Process and support hourly payroll activities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.; Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and leaders across the plant.; Support recruiting, onboarding, and employee development initiatives.; Administer employee benefits programs and answer employee questions.; Maintain employee records and HR documentation while ensuring compliance with company policies.; Coordinate employee engagement programs, recognition efforts, and plant-wide communication initiatives.; Assist with performance management, training, and talent development activities.; Support employee and labor relations efforts, including working in a unionized environment when applicable.; Partner with plant leadership to address workforce needs and drive a positive employee experience.; Maintain a regular presence on the manufacturing floor to build relationships, support employees, and stay connected to plant operations.; Assist with HR projects and initiatives that support business objectives and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Business or Human Resources is preferred; Must have experience in payroll administration in a fast-paced environment, ideally within manufacturing; Prefer someone with previous Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment with modern HR processes; Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; Knowledge of Ceridian DayForce and SAP are a plus

Benefits

Vacation time and paid holidays; Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage; Pre-tax accounts; Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions; Life and AD&D Insurance; Disability Insurance; 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions; Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness; Employee Assistance Program