Human Resources Generalist

Monroechamber; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work 2 days/week after six mos

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Monroechamber is seeking an energetic Human Resources Generalist in Milwaukee to support recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll, and employee relations. This role offers a hybrid schedule with remote work two days per week after six months and a strong benefits package.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, people-friendly, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HR regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 2+ years HR experience preferred; manufacturing experience a plus.
• Experience with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding and benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard employees to support staffing needs.
• Administer employee benefits and assist with HR programs.
• Support payroll processing and related reporting.
• Handle employee relations matters and investigations as needed.
• Maintain HR records, compliance docs, and government reporting data.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and benefits to employees.

Skills

Recruiting

Onboarding

Payroll

Employee relations

Benefits administration

HR policies

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

Position Title: Human Resources GeneralistWage: Based on ExperienceOur Milwaukee client is seeking an energetic and professional Human Resources Generalist to support recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, employee relations, and employee engagement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working directly with employees, managing multiple priorities, and helping create a positive workplace culture. This is a full-time, direct hire position that offers the opportunity to work remotely two days a week after the initial six months. A flexible M-F daytime work schedule and work/life balance is offered along with a strong compensation and benefits package. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, personable, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting both employees and company leadership.Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities:- Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard employees while supporting overall staffing needs- Administer employee benefits and employee assistance programs- Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations- Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, compliance documentation, and government reporting data- Provide guidance to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits while escalating complex issues as needed- Process bi-weekly payroll and related payroll reporting- Coordinate employee engagement activities, recognition programs, company meetings, and special events- Conduct exit interviews and prepare separation documentation for departing employees- Update job descriptions and perform HR file audits- Support HR compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulationsRequirements for Human Resources Generalist:- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience- 2+ years of Human Resources experience preferred. Manufacturing industry experience a plus- Previous payroll processing experience strongly preferred- Experience with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding employees- Knowledge of employee relations, benefits administration, and HR best practices- Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations- Proficiency with Microsoft Office. HRIS and payroll software experience preferred- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretionIND345Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions has the resources of a large company but the feel and personalized customer service of a small one. And our specialized recruiting services mean you don’t just find a job. You find a role that helps you advance your career and achieve your goals – fast.Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.Please note that Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.