HR Generalist (Payroll & Benefits Focus)

Sandvik; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Professional development support

Job summary

ZeroTouch is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to build and support payroll, benefits, HR administration, and employee programs as the company transitions to a standalone organization. You will help create scalable processes, support managers and employees, and ensure HR operations run smoothly as growth continues.

Ideal candidates have 3-7 years of HR experience, strong payroll/benefits capabilities, and proficiency with HRIS and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of progressive HR experience and education.
• Experience supporting payroll and benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, and best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel).
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll administration and coordinate with internal and external partners for accurate payroll processing.
• Administer employee benefits programs including enrollments, changes, and vendor coordination.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities and create a positive employee experience.
• Maintain employee records and HR data accuracy.
• Assist with leave administration, accommodations, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and policies.
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, and documentation.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and company events.
• Document and improve HR processes during the transition to standalone operations.
• Serve as a resource for HR policies, benefits, payroll, and employment practices.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

HRIS

Payroll systems

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

Role Overview

We’re looking for an experienced, hands‑on HR Generalist to help build the next chapter of ZeroTouch. As we transition to a standalone organization, you will establish and support payroll, benefits, HR administration, and employee programs. You’ll help create scalable processes, support employees and managers, and ensure HR operations run smoothly as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Support payroll administration and coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, education, and vendor coordination.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities and create a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accurate HR data and documentation.
• Assist with leave administration, accommodations, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, and documentation.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and company events.
• Document and improve HR processes and procedures during the transition to a standalone organization.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employee and manager questions related to HR policies, benefits, payroll, and employment practices.
• Provide general administrative support across HR and office operations as needed.

Who You Are

• Organized and detail-oriented with a knack for accuracy.
• A clear communicator, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• A proactive problem-solver who enjoys improving processes.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a changing environment.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys building positive working relationships.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience and education.
• Experience supporting payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and HR operations.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Bonus points (not required): manufacturing, engineering, or technology environment; support for organizational transitions, acquisitions, carve-outs, or standalone business operations; multi-state payroll; HR system implementations or process improvement initiatives; exposure to international HR administration.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Professional development support.

About ZeroTouch

ZeroTouch is a precision metrology company headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon, specializing in automated measurement and quality inspection solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The company, part of Industrial Metrology Solutions (IMS), has about 45 employees across the United States and France and is growing rapidly.