HR Generalist - Onboarding, Engagement & Compliance

Eaton; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Human Resources Generalist based in Davenport, IA. The role supports HR services, onboarding, benefits, payroll inquiries, and employee relations to promote Eaton values.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of HR experience. Candidates within 70 miles of Davenport are favored; some restrictions on sponsorship apply. The job includes annual salary between $71,000 and $105,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of human resource experience.
• No relocation; reside within 70 miles of Davenport, IA.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration petitions for this position.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information; U.S. person status is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and provide HR support.
• Support hourly talent acquisition activities and partnering with hiring managers.
• Support employer branding and recruitment initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation to boost engagement and retention.
• Handle benefits and payroll inquiries with centralized HR teams.
• Assist with employee relations, policy adherence, and issue resolution.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports for compliance and planning.
• Participate in engagement, inclusion, diversity, and community initiatives.
• Assist with record updates, compensation changes, and audits.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll

Employee relations

Recruiting

Onboarding

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PHR/SPHR certification preferred

Tools

Excel

MS Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Eaton is seeking a Human Resources Generalist based in Davenport, IA. The role supports HR services, onboarding, benefits, payroll inquiries, and employee relations to promote Eaton values.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of HR experience. Candidates within 70 miles of Davenport are favored; some restrictions on sponsorship apply. The job includes annual salary between $71,000 and $105,000 depending on experience.