HR Generalist at Global Expedited Transportation Freight in Duluth, GA

Company Overview

Global Expedited Transportation Freight Corp. (GET Freight) is a fast-growing drayage and transportation provider and a subsidiary of Hyundai Glovis, headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, with expanding operations in Mobile, AL; Savannah, GA; and Oakland, CA. Since our founding in 2019, we have become a trusted partner to leading clients including Hyundai Motor, Kia, and Hyundai MOBIS. Backed by Hyundai Glovis's global capabilities, GET Freight is strategically expanding nationwide, positioning it for sustained growth through its commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and innovation. We are building a top-tier team to lead industry transformation and long-term success

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will play a key role in supporting core HR functions with a strong focus on CDL driver recruitment and driver payroll processing. This position is responsible for managing the end-to-end hiring process for drivers, ensuring DOT compliance in documentation, and overseeing accurate and timely payroll operations for the driver workforce.

This role requires a detail-oriented, organized professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, transportation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Driver Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for CDL drivers, including job postings, screening, interviews, background checks, and offers.
• Coordinate and conduct driver onboarding, ensuring completion of employment documents, I-9 verification, and DQ file setup.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of DOT regulations related to driver qualification and onboarding.
• Partner with Operations and Fleet departments to anticipate hiring needs and manage driver staffing levels.

Driver Payroll Administration

• Process weekly driver payroll, including review of hours, mileage logs, per diem claims, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies, answer employee inquiries, and maintain confidentiality of payroll.
• Maintain accurate HRIS and employee records.
• Support payroll, benefits enrollment, and policy renewals.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Conduct investigations and administer disciplinary processes per company policy.
• Maintain strong employee communication channels and engagement programs.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain and audit driver qualification files and HR records to ensure ongoing compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and state/federal labor laws.
• Assist in administering benefit enrollments, open enrollment, and claims support for drivers and non-driver employees.
• Handle employee relations issues and serve as a first point of contact for driver HR concerns.
• Respond to external inquiries and coordinate with state/federal agencies for employment verifications or compliance audits.
• Support the broader HR team with cross-functional administrative and policy-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred (equivalent experience accepted).
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or high-volume staffing environments.
• Prior experience handling CDL driver hiring and/or DOT-regulated documentation is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of driver compensation models (hourly, mileage-based, per load, per diem).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP).
• Strong organizational and communication skills; bilingual (English/Korean or English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Experience with transportation, logistics, or union/non-union labor environments is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations and compensation best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Bilingual English/Korean is preferred but not required.

Work Schedule and Location

• Standard workweek: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Occasional support for after-hours driver onboarding or payroll deadlines
• Primary work location is Duluth, GA.
• Occasional travel to branch offices (Mobile, AL / Savannah, GA / Oakland, CA) may be required.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: 85% company-paid
• Dental & Vision Insurance: 80% company-paid
• Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD): 100% company-paid
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 80 hours annually
• Sick Leave: 40 hours annually
• Paid Holidays: 14 days annually
• Retirement: 401(k) with 4% of company match