Human Resources Generalist

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Generalist to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting the human resources department with a variety of functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee record management, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in HR practices and a passion for fostering a positive workplace environment. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD. The role is fully onsite, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities to engage with various departments and support organizational growth. The role requires a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in all HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting activities, including job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, employment offers, and hiring documentation.
• Manage onboarding and ensure accurate completion of new-hire paperwork, including I-9 documentation.
• Maintain employee records and process status changes, transfers, and terminations within HR systems.
• Administer benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment activities.
• Assist employees with benefits, HR forms, and general HR-related questions.
• Support payroll preparation, employee updates, timekeeping, attendance tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate information within HRIS, payroll, and employee databases.
• Maintain compliance documentation and assist with reporting and audit preparation.
• Support performance review administration, HR projects, and process improvements.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and organizational information.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Human Resources or administrative experience, manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR policies, employment documentation, and general HR processes preferred.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.