Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist role reports to the HR Manager and combines a strong recruiting focus with day-to-day HR support. This position is primarily office-based, with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor to partner with teams and address employee needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offers, and pre-employment steps.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and identify suitable candidates.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and lead new-hire orientation.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding policies, benefits, leaves, and other HR-related topics.
• Support supervisors and managers with day-to-day employee relations needs.
• Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, disability, and workers’ compensation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information within internal HR systems.
• Coordinate employee training, HR events, and other department activities.
• Support employee engagement, wellness, and recognition efforts.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and the overall employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR experience, preferably with a strong recruiting background.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment laws, including FMLA, workers’ compensation, EEO, I-9 requirements, and wage and hour laws.
• Experience using an applicant tracking system and an HRIS.
• Strong communication and people skills, with a reputation for following through.
• Ability to remain organized while managing multiple openings, leave cases, deadlines, and employee needs.
• Good judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paylocity experience.
• Manufacturing experience.
• aPHR or SHRM-CP certification (plus, not required).

Tools and Systems

• Paylocity
• Applicant tracking system
• HRIS

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus an HSA
• Company-paid life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time and a paid day off for your birthday
• Career development opportunities
• Employee events and wellness programs

Work Environment and Location

This role is located in Menomonee Falls, WI and is onsite. The position is primarily office-based while providing regular interaction with other departments in a manufacturing environment.