HR Generalist

Fives Intralogistics; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fives Gidding & Lewis in Fond du Lac, WI invites an experienced HR Generalist to join our manufacturing team onsite. You will support employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration to drive a positive workplace culture.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in HR, an associate degree, and familiarity with ADP and SAP SuccessFactors. SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus; strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR for manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and partner with leadership to address employee concerns.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and employee development initiatives.
• Maintain HR records, compliance, and HRIS data integrity.
• Assist with benefits, leave management, and safety collaboration.

Job description

Job Opportunity: Human Resources Generalist | Fives Gidding & Lewis
Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin - Onsite
Are you an enthusiastic HR professional with a passion for contributing to a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Fives, where your HR expertise supports precision manufacturers around the globe! In this impactful role, you’ll drive initiatives that empower skilled teams, streamline HR processes, and cultivate a supportive work environment. Be a part of a company that values your contributions and is dedicated to making a difference worldwide! A job with meaning in a company with purpose, Industry Can Do It with you!

About Us: Fives, established in 1812, is a global leader in industrial engineering. Our local division, Fives Gidding & Lewis is a pioneering manufacturer of high-precision material removal manufacturing machines. Our machine tools are essential in supporting many industries including, but not limited to, aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and heavy equipment technologies worldwide.

Why Join Fives?

• Be part of an industry-leading company with over 200 years of history and more than 100 locations worldwide.
• Contribute to the creation of precision machine tools that support global manufacturing.
• Work in a collaborative environment where innovation is at the forefront.

Within The HR Department, YOU WILL

• Employee Relations: Provide day-to-day HR guidance to the team and collaborate closely with leadership to address employee concerns and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Talent Management: Assist in recruitment, employee engagement, career development, and training initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• HR Administration: Maintain employee records, compliance, prepare bi-weekly pay file, and review timecards to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies with managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Assist with writing, posting, and screening, candidates; oversee onboarding activities and welcome new hires to ensure a smooth start.
• Talent Acquisition Events: Represent the company at recruitment events, career fairs, open interviews, and college networking programs to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Employee Engagement and Recognition: Lead employee recognition programs, social activities, and initiatives to boost morale and team engagement.
• Employee Relations: Partner with management and employees to strengthen work relationships, build a positive culture, and improve retention.
• Benefits Administration: Support employee benefits programs, leave management, and ensure employees have resources to understand their options.
• Manage data accuracy and integrity within HRIS and other HR systems.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate and resolve employee relations issues; conduct thorough, objective investigations when necessary.
• Compliance and Confidentiality: Ensure compliance with labor laws and policies, maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Safety: works closely with Safety Manager on OSHA recordkeeping and managers employee safety glass program

Qualifications

• Experience: 5 - 10 years in a Human Resources role; experience in the manufacturing industry is required.
• Education: 2 year associate degree minimum.
• Certifications: SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a valued asset.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates a positive attitude with high levels of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Collaborative Approach: Able to thrive in a team environment, building strong relationships across all levels of the organization (management and non-management positions).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HR software/databases, particularly ADP and SAP SuccessFactors, is preferred.
• Communication Excellence: Strong verbal and written communication skills, effective across management and non-management levels alike.
• Culture Champion: Passionate about positively impacting company culture and enhancing our employer brand.
• Self-Driven and Detail-Oriented: Relationship-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work autonomously with sound judgment and keen attention to detail.
• Engagement: Approachable and outgoing, with a hands-on approach to employee engagement.

Schedule And Compensation

• Ability to commute: Fond du Lac, WI
• Work location: in-person, onsite
• Schedule: M-F Full-time
• Pay scale based on experience