Human Resources Generalist

Menomonee Falls; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Menomonee Falls is seeking an HR Generalist to blend full-cycle recruiting with hands-on HR support. This onsite role collaborates with manufacturing teams to address employee needs and ensure HR processes run smoothly.

You will partner with managers, coordinate onboarding, manage leaves, maintain records in HRIS, and support engagement, wellness, and training initiatives across the site.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR experience, preferably with a strong recruiting background.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment laws, including FMLA, workers’ compensation, EEO, I-9, and wage and hour laws.
• Experience using an applicant tracking system and an HRIS.
• Strong communication and people skills, with a reputation for following through.
• Ability to remain organized while managing multiple openings, leave cases, deadlines, and employee needs.
• Good judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and identify suitable candidates.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and lead new-hire orientation.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding policies, benefits, leaves, and other HR-related topics.
• Support supervisors and managers with day-to-day employee relations needs.
• Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, disability, and workers’ compensation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information within internal HR systems.
• Coordinate employee training, HR events, and other department activities.
• Support employee engagement, wellness, and recognition efforts.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and the overall employee experience.

Skills

Recruiting

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience

Tools

Paylocity

Applicant Tracking System

HRIS

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist role reports to the HR Manager and combines a strong recruiting focus with day-to-day HR support. This position is primarily office-based, with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor to partner with teams and address employee needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offers, and pre-employment steps.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and identify suitable candidates.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and lead new-hire orientation.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding policies, benefits, leaves, and other HR-related topics.
• Support supervisors and managers with day-to-day employee relations needs.
• Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, disability, and workers’ compensation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information within internal HR systems.
• Coordinate employee training, HR events, and other department activities.
• Support employee engagement, wellness, and recognition efforts.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and the overall employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR experience, preferably with a strong recruiting background.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment laws, including FMLA, workers’ compensation, EEO, I-9 requirements, and wage and hour laws.
• Experience using an applicant tracking system and an HRIS.
• Strong communication and people skills, with a reputation for following through.
• Ability to remain organized while managing multiple openings, leave cases, deadlines, and employee needs.
• Good judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paylocity experience.
• Manufacturing experience.
• aPHR or SHRM-CP certification (plus, not required).

Tools and Systems

• Paylocity
• Applicant tracking system
• HRIS

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus an HSA
• Company-paid life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time and a paid day off for your birthday
• Career development opportunities
• Employee events and wellness programs

Work Environment and Location

This role is located in Menomonee Falls, WI and is onsite. The position is primarily office-based while providing regular interaction with other departments in a manufacturing environment.