Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Location: Onsite - Portage, MI
Compensation: $70,000-$75,000

About the role

This highly visible role offers exposure to all facets of Human Resources, including employee relations, benefits administration, HRIS management, recruiting support, onboarding, compliance, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit plans and serve as the primary liaison between employees and insurance providers.
• Educate employees on available benefit programs and assist with benefit-related inquiries.
• Cook up the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications and documentation.
• Coordinate and administer the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications and documentation.
• Manage year-end benefits activities, plan updates, and payroll deduction changes.
• Maintain accurate employee information within Paychex Flex, including compensation, benefits, promotions, and personal data updates.
• Serve as the administrator for Paychex Flex and the Replicon timekeeping system.
• Cook up all pre-employment, onboarding, and offboarding activities to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Aid with recruiting and hiring processes as needed.
• Process and manage workers' compensation claims and related documentation.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Aid with HR audits, reporting requirements, and compliance initiatives.
• Support the review, development, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Cook up employee engagement and recognition programs, including service anniversaries, employee appreciation activities, holiday celebrations, charitable initiatives, and community outreach events.
• Administer employee service award programs.
• Process and record W-2 non-cash fringe benefit tax liabilities.
• Provide administrative and project support for HR meetings and department initiatives.
• Partner with the Human Resources Manager on special projects and departmental objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in human resources or related field.
• Experience in Human Resources, benefits administration, payroll, or HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems preferred.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow within the HR field.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).