Job Title: HR Generalist Job Description The HR Generalist will act as the primary and sole HR point of contact for the organization in the absence of the HR Manager. This role is crucial to the company’s talent acquisition strategy for 2026, focusing on talent acquisition, new hire onboarding/orientation, and managing employee leave decisions/programs. Responsibilities + Build positive employee relationships by enhancing an engaging work environment. + Administer benefit programs including health, welfare, life, disability, 401K, and FMLA, ensuring employee understanding through effective communication. + Act as a liaison between employees and insurance providers to resolve benefit-related issues. + Participate in recruitment and selection activities, maintaining related records, and managing pre-employment and hiring processes. + Conduct New Hire orientations and training, and coordinate temporary employee placements. + Record and maintain employee information, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment regulations. + Maintain and optimize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and compile reports as needed. + Communicate effectively with all levels of employees. + Administer FMLA and NJ FLA proactively and educate employees. + Apply knowledge of regulatory compliance including EEO, AAP, FLSA, and FMLA. Essential Skills + 3+ years of experience as an HR Generalist. + 3+ years of experience with FMLA/NJ FMLA and disability programs. + 3+ years of experience with benefits administration, talent acquisition, and onboarding. + Strong skills in employee relations, human resources, and benefits management. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university. + Three years of Human Resources experience including benefits administration, recruitment, or HRIS management. + Authorization to work in the U.S. + Eligibility for required U.S. Government authorizations to comply with U.S. export control regulations. Work Environment This position is onsite 5 days a week at the Whippany location. You can start between 7am-9am. You will serve as the HR point of contact for approximately 130 employees. The role includes an office in the HR section of the building towards the front. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Whippany, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Whippany,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.