Overview
Human Resources Generalist-Onsite — Portland, Maine
We’re hiring a Human Resources Generalist at MPX. We’re looking for an HR professional with hands-on experience in benefits administration, leave management, recruiting — a self-starter who’s ready to lead these programs while supporting a variety of generalist responsibilities. This is a high-impact role on a collaborative team at a Great Place to Work–Certified company (again!). Based at our HQ in Portland, Maine.
MPX is a technology company dedicated to providing comprehensive communications solutions across various industries. With a firm commitment to innovation, MPX combines 80+ years of experience with cutting-edge technology to create exceptional customer experiences. We serve sectors such as healthcare, insurance, finance, government, and energy, offering services like statements and billing, electronic document management, and direct mail services. Recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Maine" for the past decade, we pride ourselves on a dynamic culture of high-performing, problem-solving individuals.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
- Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
- Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
- Administers employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations. This role also involves assisting employees with benefit-related questions and issues, coordinating with insurance providers and third-party administrators, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training.
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Solid understanding of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- At least one year of human resource experience.
- Experience with Paylocity preferred
Company Benefits
- Paid Time off
- Holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA
- Volunteer paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short- and long-term insurance
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Human Resources
- Industries