Human Resources Generalist

Modernistic Cleaning & Restoration; Plainwell (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

On Demand Pay

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ability to Grow

Job summary

Modernistic Cleaning & Restoration is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Plainwell, Michigan. The role focuses on overseeing HR functions and recruiting efforts across all locations, aiming to build a positive workplace culture.

Offering a competitive salary of $60,000 - $75,000 and a variety of benefits, including health insurance, 401(K) match, and paid time off. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background and excellent organizational skills, contributing to the company's commitment to customer delight.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR management or generalist experience.
• 2+ years of experience in recruiting.
• Strong knowledge of Michigan and federal employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefit administration and serve as primary contact with benefit vendors.
• Handle employee issue resolution and provide guidance to leadership and staff.
• Maintain OSHA logs, manage worker's comp claims, and FMLA leave.

Skills

HR management or generalist experience

Recruiting experience

Knowledge of employment laws

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

For over 50 years, Modernistic has provided our community with exceptional cleaning and restoration services throughout Michigan. Our family‑owned company has six locations and is growing! If you have a background in Human Resources and Recruiting in a customer‑focused industry, this could be a great career opportunity for you!

Modernistic is currently looking for an HR Generalist to join our rapidly growing team. This position will work out of our Grand Rapids or Plainwell office (whichever is most convenient to the candidate) but serve all of our locations. The HR Generalist will oversee all HR functions across the state, lead recruiting efforts, and act as a recruiter when necessary. Our ideal candidate is people‑focused, organized, and passionate about building strong teams and a positive workplace culture.

At Modernistic, we have a company culture focused on customer delight, which means we strive to go above and beyond for our customers and our co‑workers. We believe in investing in our people and promoting from within because our people ARE the Modernistic difference. Come see for yourself!

Benefits

• Affordable Health Insurance for You and Your Family: Health Insurance is more critical than ever before, and we know the importance of keeping these costs low for our employees. Modernistic offers four unique plans on one of Michigan's largest Health Care Networks and covers 60% of premium costs for our team members and their dependents. We offer Health Savings Account Plans, which offer triple tax advantages, as well as traditional HMO style plans so you can choose the best fit for you!
• Dental & Vision Insurance: You'll enjoy a variety of affordable plan options and rich benefits on Michigan's largest vision and dental networks. Dental benefits even extend to orthodontics and vision benefits offer allowances for glasses/contacts annually!
• Life Insurance: To give our team members peace of mind, Modernistic covers a basic life insurance policy for every employee, plus offers buy up options for you and your dependents.
• Pet Insurance: ModPets are also family so we want our team members to have the opportunity to protect them too! Modernistic offers two unique plans to choose from to best keep your pet(s) happy & healthy.
• 401(K) with Company Match: We help our team members prepare for the future by offering a 401K plan with no management fees and a generous company match.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays: We only work hard so we can play hard, right? Work/life balance is important and that's why every team member is eligible for paid time away from work!
• On Demand Pay: Unexpected expenses days before you get your check? Don’t fret, you can request a portion of your earned wages early (up to 3 times a pay period). It’s your money, you should have the right to use it! You have never been more in control of your check with our “On Demand Pay” program!
• Employee Discount: A perk of being a Modteam member is enjoying a clean & healthy home, just like the customers we serve.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Members of the Modteam have access to an Employee Assistance Program that offers dozens of benefits from free counseling services to legal advice, and more!
• Ability to Grow: 63% of the Executive Team at Modernistic started at an entry level position within the company. We believe in developing our people and cultivating talent from within. Depending on the position, Modernistic frequently invests in external industry training and certification for team members. 95% of positions are posted internally and team members frequently are promoted from within.
• Laptop and other equipment
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Ability to work remote (as appropriate)
• Opportunity to learn more skills and level up your responsibility

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefit administration and serve as primary contact with benefit vendors
• Handle employee issue resolution and provide guidance to leadership and staff
• Ensure OSHA and safety compliance across all six locations
• Maintain OSHA logs, manage worker's comp claims, and FMLA leave
• Gather company records as needed for project bids
• Set recruiting priorities, manage the recruiting budget, and act as recruiter when necessary
• Develop and implement HR processes, policies, and best practices
• Maintain compliance with employee documentation and employment law requirements
• Partner with leadership to drive talent retention and employee engagement
• Support new hire onboarding and orientation
• Track and analyze HR metrics to measure success and drive improvement
• Travel as needed to other Michigan locations to be a visible leader and resource to team members

Requirements

• 3+ years of HR management or generalist experience
• 2+ years of experience in recruiting
• Strong knowledge of Michigan and federal employment laws
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven
• Must be able to pass a drug test & background check
• Valid Michigan driver's license and good driving record (some in‑state travel required)
• Experience in the service industry is a plus
• Knowledge of cleaning and restoration industry is a plus
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is a plus

We look forward to meeting you! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.