Human Resources Generalist

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

Human Resources Generalist (Manufacturing)

Human Resources Full Time Professional Riverside Machine & Engineering, Eau Claire, WI, US

Make a meaningful difference every day by collaborating with a team that delivers real-world results! Riverside manufactures custom precision components used for aerospace and other high-performance systems.

Our team is seeking a people-focused HR professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting employees, and making a meaningful difference across an organization. In this hands-on, highly collaborative role, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact at every level of the organization—from the production floor to senior leadership. You'll play an important role in creating a positive employee experience, strengthening our workplace culture, and supporting the organization's success. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, values meaningful employee connections, and wants to be involved in all aspects of the employee experience. You'll have the ability to influence workplace culture, support professional growth, and contribute to an organization where people matter.

What You'll Do

Administer and support various human resources programs, plans, and procedures for all company personnel while assisting with the implementation and communication of company policies and procedures.

Administer employee benefits and payroll processes.

Handle sensitive and confidential employee information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.

Participate in developing departmental goals, objectives, and processes that support organizational priorities.

Monitor and support the performance management process to ensure consistency and effectiveness.

Maintain accurate HR records, reports, and documentation in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements and applicable regulations.

Coordinate and conduct new employee orientations, ensuring timely completion and collection of required onboarding documentation.

Support employee relations activities, including employee counseling, conflict resolution, and exit interviews.

Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and procedures to enhance departmental efficiency and service delivery.

Maintain and update the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring employee information is accurate and current.

Ensure HR practices and processes comply with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations.

Maintain a basic understanding of workplace safety policies and procedures and actively participate as a member of the Safety Committee.

Partner with department managers to develop, update, and post job descriptions that accurately reflect position responsibilities and qualifications.

Support recruitment activities by assisting with phone and in-person interviews, coordinating interview schedules for internal and external candidates, and extending employment offers as needed based on workflow demands.

Assist with the planning and coordination of on-site employee training and development programs.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 3-5 years’ Generalist experience; must have knowledge of employment regulations with the DOL, EEOC and OFCCP; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of employment laws and practices.

Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs.

Excellent computer skills. Must include Excel and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping; must have experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking systems

Effective oral and written communication.

Excellent organizational skills.

Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Gather and analyze information skillfully.