HR Generalist: HRIS, Payroll & Compliance (Multi-State)

MOHR Talent; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Supportive HR team

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Joliet, IL for in-person, full-time work. You will own HRIS, manage employee records, support hiring, onboarding, benefits, and compliance across multiple U.S. locations.

You will run HR reports, coordinate recruiting and interviews, handle I-9 verification, and assist with benefits and payroll data while maintaining confidential files and ensuring regulatory compliance. Travel to facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR generalist or coordinator experience.
• Multi-state or manufacturing and distribution experience preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (Paycom strongly preferred), Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
• Working knowledge of EEO, FMLA, ACA, I-9, and wage and hour laws.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the HRIS, keep employee records accurate, and process hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and compensation changes
• Run HR reports and support data audits
• Post jobs, schedule interviews, coordinate with candidates, and support onboarding and orientations
• Complete I-9 verification and new hire setup
• Keep employee files organized, confidential, and compliant
• Support benefits enrollments, qualifying life events, and COBRA notices
• Audit timecards, monitor attendance, and prepare payroll data
• Maintain compliance documents, schedule training, and track completion
• Partner with HR managers across locations to keep processes consistent

Skills

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Confidential information handling

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

HRIS systems

Job description

MOHR Talent is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Joliet, IL for in-person, full-time work. You will own HRIS, manage employee records, support hiring, onboarding, benefits, and compliance across multiple U.S. locations.

You will run HR reports, coordinate recruiting and interviews, handle I-9 verification, and assist with benefits and payroll data while maintaining confidential files and ensuring regulatory compliance. Travel to facilities may be required.