Senior Human Resources Generalist

Founded in 2001, Phase 3 is an integrated marketing services firm, simplifying the way brands connect with their customers. A commitment to ideation to execution means Phase 3 offers everything from creative, digital, marketing and public relations to small- and large-format digital and offset printing. We manage the picture of projects – start-to-finish, arm-in-arm – like no other partner. With locations across the eastern United States, including Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Nashville and Fairfield - New Jersey, our reach and efficiencies enable our team to creatively and effectively solve clients’ biggest marketing challenges, together. 

Phase 3 is recognized annually as a top 10 marketing services firm by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and as a top 15 marketing services firm by the Charlotte Business Journal and Nashville Business Journal. The company has been ranked among the flagship Printing Impressions 400 annually since 2011, and additional accolades include Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2015 Pacesetter Award, placement on the 2017 Inc. 5000 List of the fastest-growing private companies, and recognition as one of Charlotte’s Best Places to Work.  

Job Description: 

A mid-sized marketing and print production company with more than 170 employees in the Cumberland/Smyrna area of metro Atlanta is seeking an in-person Senior Human Resources Generalist. This role is well suited for an experienced HR professional who can independently handle all HR matters across the full employee lifecycle.

The Senior Human Resources Generalist will provide hands-on support across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training coordination, retention, payroll and benefits administration, compliance, and offboarding. This is a senior individual-contributor role that partners closely with employees, managers, and company leadership.  Opportunities for advancement with demonstrated skills and abilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain the company’s HRIS (ADP Workforce Now) and ATS (BambooHR), ensuring accurate and timely employee data.


• Serve as the primary contact for benefit carriers, coordinate enrollment, and resolve day-to-day benefit questions and issues.


• Complete Form I-9 and E-Verify processes accurately and on time.


• Coordinate workers’ compensation claims and required filings with the company’s insurance carrier.


• Partner with production facility managers to support OSHA compliance and related documentation.


• Lead day-to-day recruiting activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, offers, and hiring workflow.


• Coordinate consistent, compliant onboarding and offboarding experiences for employees.


• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations; assess workplace concerns, document actions, and escalate complex or high-risk matters to appropriate leadership.


• Review and maintain HR policies, documents, and handbook content in partnership with leadership, helping ensure alignment with company practices and applicable laws.


• Maintain accurate, confidential personnel records in accordance with company policy and state and federal requirements.


• Process semi-monthly payroll and benefits administration accurately while protecting confidential employee pay and benefit information.


• Support employee engagement, retention, training, and culture initiatives that reinforce company ethics and values.


• Stay current on HR systems, employment law developments, and HR best practices; recommend practical process improvements.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least 1 year in a comprehensive HR Generalist role.


• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.


• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal employment laws.


• Demonstrated experience independently handling employee relations and workplace issues with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.


• Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting and job boards such as Indeed and LinkedIn.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience administering ADP Workforce Now and BambooHR, including payroll and benefits workflows.


• SHRM-CP or PHR certification and HR experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Company-Wide Benefits

• Medical + Dental + Vision


• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D


• Health Savings Account


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401k and Roth IRA


• Generous PTO schedule


• $500 Employee Referral Bonus

Phase 3 Marketing and Communications provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.