New 
Human Resources Generalist
 MRA-The Management Association | |
401(k)
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 United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee | |
 Jul 17, 2026 | |
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Liphatech Human Resources Generalist Milwaukee, WI Summary: Responsible for hourly recruiting, onboarding of new employees, employee relations and investigations. Responsible for administering Human Resources policies, maintaining accurate records and coordinating employee engagement activities for everyone. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Support the Sr. HR & Safety Manager in the administration of HR policies, programs and department initiatives to support corporate objectives. Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources and assists with maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Assists with employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations under the direction of the manager. Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation as assigned. Recruits, interviews, tests, and selects employees to fill vacant hourly/nonexempt positions and others assigned. Plans and conducts new employee benefit orientation for employees to foster a positive understanding of company policies, benefits, and organizational goals. Keeps records of benefits plans participation such as insurance, personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, and employee statistics for government reporting. Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs and escalates complex or sensitive matters to the manager. Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, 401K, PTO, leave of absence, and employee assistance for employees. Conducts exit interviews for employees to determine reasons behind separations. Provides backup support for the completion of bi-weekly payroll and related payroll reporting. Reviews and updates job descriptions as necessary and submits recommendations to the manager for approval. Responsible for updating employee access in security systems, including control access administration and camera system access, as assigned. Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately. Coordinate special events such as organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and retirement celebrations. Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality of employee information. Comply with all Liphatech Safety requirements as required. Marginal Duties: Other duties as assigned. Qualification Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to take initiative, to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines and work in a team environment is required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at or above a satisfactory level. Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Supervisory Requirements: Carry out Management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws when needed. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; ensuring adequate staffing; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Education and/or Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration 2 years of experience in Human Resources preferred. Previous payroll processing experience required. Protective Clothing/Equipment Requirements: Requires use of safety glasses when in designated areas. Safety Training: Basic Hazard Communication Drivers Safety Emergency Action Plan Office Safety Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend work instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to effectively communicate information to Managers and other employees of the organization. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or technical procedures. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Strong platform to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commonsense, understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to recognize and solve problems. Other Skills and Ability: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio). Capable of relating to individuals at all levels. Excellent Interpersonal and Communication skills. Requires a good understanding of company products. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate to individuals and groups. The employee frequently is required to complete simple grasping and fine manipulation as well as occasional power grasping. The employee frequently moves about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery such as copy machines, calculator, and computer printer. The employee must remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time. The employee is occasionally required to move weights up to thirty-five (35) pounds. | |