Human Resources & Safety Generalist

Royal Basket Trucks; Town of Darien (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Royal Basket Trucks is seeking a motivated, approachable Human Resources & Safety Generalist to support daily HR operations, onboarding, benefits, and safety in our Darien, Wisconsin facility. Reporting to the HR Director, you will coordinate recruiting, training, safety inspections, employee relations, and HR records while upholding confidentiality and a safety-first culture.

This role emphasizes collaboration across teams to strengthen workplace culture and ensure compliance, performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field or 5+ years HR generalist experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience in HR administration, recruiting, employee relations, and benefits support.
• Working knowledge of employment practices and workplace safety requirements.
• Manufacturing HR or safety experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work with all levels.
• Discretion with sensitive information and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS; HRIS implementation a plus.
• Proactive problem-solving and respectful employee support.

Responsibilities

• Support Royal’s culture through fair and consistent application of policies.
• Coordinate recruiting for open positions, postings, screening, interviews, and onboarding communications.
• Conduct new hire orientations and coordinate onboarding activities.
• Assist employees and managers with HR questions, employee relations, and performance or disciplinary matters.
• Review time and attendance, support payroll processing and labor reporting.
• Assist with benefits administration, leave administration, COBRA, and workers’ compensation.
• Track performance review deadlines and coordinate paperwork.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Coordinate with HR Director to maintain/improve the safety program.
• Assist with safety inspections, training, incident documentation, and corrective actions follow-up.
• Maintain safety records and communicate safety procedures across the organization.
• Coordinate employee training, wellness activities, recognition events, and annual benefits meetings.
• Stay informed about HR and safety practices, regulatory changes, and technology; communicate updates.
• Participate in HR and safety projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR administration

Recruiting

Employee relations

Benefits support

Workplace safety

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organization

Microsoft Office

HRIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Human Resources & Safety Generalist

Full-Time | Darien, Wisconsin

Royal Basket Trucks® is seeking a motivated, approachable, and detail-oriented Human Resources & Safety Generalist to join our team! This position offers the opportunity to support our employees, strengthen our workplace culture, and help maintain a safe manufacturing environment.

About Us

Located in Darien, Wisconsin, Royal Basket Trucks® is a leading manufacturer of material handling equipment serving hospitality, healthcare, commercial laundry, recycling, athletics, and many other markets.

Our continued growth and recent expansion create opportunities for employees to develop and contribute. Guided by our Core Values—Integrity, Respect, Quality, Hard Work, and Embracing Change, we support personal and professional growth and recognize the teamwork that drives our success.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the Human Resources & Safety Generalist supports daily HR operations and coordinates workplace safety activities. This position serves as a resource for employees and managers on recruiting, onboarding, benefits, company policies, employee relations, performance management, and safety.

The ideal candidate exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, communicates effectively, and follows through on responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Royal’s culture through the fair and consistent application of company policies and practices.
• Coordinate recruiting for open positions, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and communication with hiring managers.
• Conduct new hire orientations and coordinate onboarding activities.
• Assist employees and managers with HR questions, employee relations concerns, and performance or disciplinary matters under the direction of the HR Director.
• Review time and attendance entries, including vacation, holidays, absences, and tardiness; provide backup support for payroll processing and labor reporting.
• Assist with benefits administration, leave administration, COBRA, and workers’ compensation.
• Track performance review deadlines and coordinate the required paperwork and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Coordinate with the HR Director to maintain and improve the company’s safety program.
• Assist with safety inspections, employee safety training, incident documentation, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records and help communicate safety procedures and expectations throughout the organization.
• Coordinate employee training, wellness activities, recognition events, and annual benefits meetings.
• Stay informed about HR and safety practices, regulatory changes, and technology; communicate relevant updates and recommendations to the HR Director.
• Participate in HR and safety projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or at least five years of HR generalist experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees in both languages.
• Experience in HR administration, recruiting, employee relations, and benefits support.
• Working knowledge of employment practices and workplace safety requirements.
• Manufacturing HR or safety experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using an HR information system; HRIS implementation experience is a plus.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to respectful, consistent employee support.

Benefits

Royal offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; paid vacation and holidays; and a 401(k) plan.

Royal Basket Trucks is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are required to complete a brief survey as part of the hiring process.

Job Type: Full-time