Manufacturing HR Generalist — On-Site, 4/10 Schedule

Modern Machining Solutions; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Machining Solutions in Iowa east of Des Moines is seeking a proactive HR Generalist/HR Admin to support a fast-paced manufacturing team. The role focuses on employee relations, onboarding, policy administration, performance management, and HR department support, with a bilingual bonus.

This site emphasizes a collaborative, structured HR function in a growing operation. Applicants should have relevant HR experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and UltiPro.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of HR experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HRIS systems like UltiPro.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee and management inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Lead onboarding and orientation efforts for new hires, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
• Support investigations into complaints and employee concerns while promoting a fair and inclusive culture.
• Assist in benefits administration, leave tracking (FMLA, LOA, Workers’ Comp), and performance review processes.
• Maintain accurate personnel files, HRIS records, and reporting logs for compliance purposes.
• Coordinate workforce planning initiatives and employee engagement activities.
• Support unemployment claim responses and assist with confidential investigations as needed.
• Ensure on-site HR presence until at least 7:00 PM one evening per week.

Skills

HR experience

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

MS Office

HRIS UltiPro

Bilingual (EN/SP) preferred

Tools

UltiPro HRIS

Excel

Job description

Modern Machining Solutions in Iowa east of Des Moines is seeking a proactive HR Generalist/HR Admin to support a fast-paced manufacturing team. The role focuses on employee relations, onboarding, policy administration, performance management, and HR department support, with a bilingual bonus.

This site emphasizes a collaborative, structured HR function in a growing operation. Applicants should have relevant HR experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and UltiPro.