HR Generalist

Liphatech; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Liphatech in Wisconsin is seeking an HR Generalist to manage hourly recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and investigations. You will administer HR policies, maintain records, and coordinate engagement activities for all staff.

The role supports payroll processing and benefits administration, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies. Collaboration with management and strong confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in HRM or Business Administration.
• Minimum 2 years of HR experience preferred.
• Payroll processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit hourly employees and onboard new staff.
• Administer HR policies and maintain accurate records.
• Handle employee relations and investigations.
• Coordinate engagement activities and benefits programs.
• Support payroll processing and related reporting as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.

Skills

Initiative

Confidentiality

Deadline-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

Job description

Job Description

Summary:

Responsible for hourly recruiting, onboarding of new employees, employee relations and investigations. Responsible for administering Human Resources policies, maintaining accurate records and coordinating employee engagement activities for everyone.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Support the Sr. HR & Safety Manager in the administration of HR policies, programs and department initiatives to support corporate objectives.

Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources and assists with maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Assists with employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations under the direction of the manager.

Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation as assigned.

Recruits, interviews, tests, and selects employees to fill vacant hourly/nonexempt positions and others assigned.

Plans and conducts new employee benefit orientation for employees to foster a positive understanding of company policies, benefits, and organizational goals.

Keeps records of benefits plans participation such as insurance, personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, and employee statistics for government reporting.

Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs and escalates complex or sensitive matters to the manager.

Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, 401K, PTO, leave of absence, and employee assistance for employees.

Conducts exit interviews for employees to determine reasons behind separations.

Provides backup support for the completion of bi-weekly payroll and related payroll reporting.

Reviews and updates job descriptions as necessary and submits recommendations to the manager for approval.

Responsible for updating employee access in security systems, including control access administration and camera system access, as assigned.

Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.

Coordinate special events such as organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and retirement celebrations.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality of employee information.

Comply with all Liphatech Safety requirements as required.

Marginal Duties:

Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to take initiative, to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines and work in a team environment is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at or above a satisfactory level.

Certifications and Licenses:

Requires a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Requirements:

Carry out Management responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws when needed. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; ensuring adequate staffing; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

2 years of experience in Human Resources preferred.

Previous payroll processing experience required.

Protective Clothing/Equipment Requirements:

Requires use of safety glasses when in designated areas.

Safety Training:

Basic Hazard Communication