HR Generalist — Manufacturing & People Partner

Chippewa Valley SHRM; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Machine & Engineering in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Generalist to support payroll, benefits, onboarding, and employee relations across our manufacturing team.

The role involves advising managers, maintaining HRIS data, ensuring compliance, and facilitating training while partnering with leadership to foster a positive workplace culture and strong employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years’ Generalist HR experience.
• Knowledge of DOL, EEOC and OFCCP employment regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support various HR programs for all company personnel and assist with policy communication.
• Administer employee benefits and payroll processes.
• Handle sensitive and confidential employee information with discretion.
• Participate in developing departmental goals, objectives, and processes.
• Monitor performance management for consistency and effectiveness.
• Maintain HR records and compliance with EEO requirements and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate and conduct new employee orientations and onboarding documentation.
• Support employee relations activities, including counseling and exit interviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain and update HRIS with accurate employee information.
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal and state laws.
• Participate in Safety Committee.
• Assist with recruitment interviews and offers as needed.
• Plan and coordinate on-site employee training and development programs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Employee relations

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

HRIS

Applicant Tracking

Excel

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Riverside Machine & Engineering in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Generalist to support payroll, benefits, onboarding, and employee relations across our manufacturing team.

The role involves advising managers, maintaining HRIS data, ensuring compliance, and facilitating training while partnering with leadership to foster a positive workplace culture and strong employee engagement.