Human Resource Generalist

JR Metal Works LLC; Kewaunee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Metal Works LLC is seeking an HR Generalist to support the full employee lifecycle—from hiring and onboarding to development, performance, and offboarding. You’ll work with our People and Performance Lead, teammates, managers, and leadership to keep HR processes organized, compliant, and aligned with our culture.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys people-focused problem solving, staying organized, and helping make the workplace better at a fast-growing manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable handling confidential employee information.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to build trust and work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Experience with HRIS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding activities.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information.
• Assist employees and managers with HR questions, policies, benefits, and day-to-day needs.
• Support performance reviews, employee development, recognition, and engagement initiatives.
• Assist with employee relations, performance concerns, and documentation.
• Coordinate leave of absence, attendance, and other employee processes.
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and compliance requirements.
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications.
• Maintain HR systems and records, including BambooHR and other company systems.
• Assist with training coordination, tracking, and employee development programs.
• Support offboarding and termination processes.
• Help collect and maintain HR metrics related to hiring, turnover, attendance, performance, and engagement.
• Partner with managers and leadership to improve the overall employee experience.

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Trust building

HRIS

Education

HR education/certification

Tools

BambooHR

Job description

Where metal meets momentum. Where bold ideas become the products everyone else wishes they built.

Welcome to JR Metal Works, one of the fastest-rising names in American manufacturing.

We combine precision engineering, modern fabrication technology, and true craftsmanship to create custom metal products built to last. As we continue to grow, we remain deeply committed to quality, safety, continuous improvement- and most importantly, our people.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist helps support the employee experience at JR Metal Works from hiring and onboarding through development, performance, and offboarding. This role works closely with our People and Performance Lead, employees, managers, and leadership to keep HR processes organized, responsive, and aligned with JRMW’s culture and values.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, staying organized, and helping make the workplace better.

Core Responsibilities

• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding activities
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information
• Assist employees and managers with HR questions, policies, benefits, and day-to-day needs
• Support performance reviews, employee development, recognition, and engagement initiatives
• Assist with employee relations, performance concerns, and documentation
• Coordinate leave of absence, attendance, and other employee processes
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and compliance requirements
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications
• Maintain HR systems and records, including BambooHR and other company systems
• Assist with training coordination, tracking, and employee development programs
• Support offboarding and termination processes
• Help collect and maintain HR metrics related to hiring, turnover, attendance, performance, and engagement
• Partner with managers and leadership to improve the overall employee experience

Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of HR experience preferred
• HR degree, certification, or related education preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable handling confidential employee information
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to build trust and work effectively with employees at all levels
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of employment practices, HR processes, and compliance
• Experience with HRIS systems preferred
• A positive, solutions-focused mindset

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means employees and managers know where to go when they need HR support, HR processes are completed accurately and on time, and employees have a consistent experience throughout their time at JRMW.

You’ll help create a workplace where people feel supported, informed, accountable, and proud to be part of the team.

Why JR Metal Works?

At JRMW, EVERYONE Matters. We believe great companies are built by great people, and we want our employees to have opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

If you’re looking for an HR role where you can be hands-on, make a difference, and grow alongside a rapidly developing manufacturing company, we’d love to hear from you.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Employment with JR Metal Works is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

JR Metal Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Employees are expected to comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Nothing in this job description creates a contract of employment or guarantees compensation or advancement.