Human Resources Generalist

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Germantown, WI, USA
In-Office
55K-75K
Junior
Professional Services • Industrial • Automation • Manufacturing
The Role
Hands-on HR Generalist responsible for employee and manager support, payroll, benefits, leave administration, employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, training, performance reviews, HR compliance, records, engagement initiatives, and Paylocity HRIS administration. The role also supports scheduling, employee documentation, process improvements, and broader HR projects while maintaining confidentiality and accurate employment records.
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Description

  

Join the Weimer Bearing team as our next HR Generalist!

We are looking for an experienced, people-focused HR professional with 2+ years of HR Generalist experience to join our team. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working directly with employees and managers, balancing day-to-day HR responsibilities, with opportunities to improve processes and strengthen our workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of a broad range of HR functions.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers by providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations.
  • Administer payroll, employee benefits, FMLA, workers' compensation, and leave programs.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date employee records.
  • Help manage an effective full-cycle recruitment and hiring process, creating a positive experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
  • Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, company events, and employee recognition programs.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations.
  • Plan and conduct new-hire onboarding, orientation, and employee training.
  • Administer and coordinate the employee performance review process.
  • Process important employee documentation, including benefits and tax information.
  • Review and approve time-off requests and assist with creating employee work schedules.
  • Become a super-user of our Paylocity HRIS, helping ensure the system is used effectively and accurately.
  • Support additional HR initiatives and projects as needed.

What We're Looking For

  • 2+ years of experience in an HR Generalist role or similar position.
  • Experience with payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employee relations.
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and leadership.
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with an HRIS system; Paylocity experience is a plus.
  • Manufacturing  or industrial HR experience is preferred, but not required.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you'll become a go-to resource for our employees and managers while ensuring the day-to-day HR operation runs smoothly. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the employee experience—from the first day of onboarding through performance development, benefits, engagement, and beyond.

If you're an HR professional who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships, solving problems, and taking ownership, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Weimer Bearing team!

Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience in an HR Generalist role or similar position
  • Experience with payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employee relations
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and leadership
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with an HRIS system
  • Paylocity experience
  • Manufacturing or industrial HR experience
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The Company
HQ: Germantown, WI
291 Employees
Year Founded: 1926

What We Do

Weimer Bearing & Transmission is a privately held, independent supplier and manufacturer founded in 1926. They produce and distribute high-tech electro/mechanical systems, including mechanical power transmission, electrical motion control, material handling, and fluid control products. The company also offers engineering support, machining, fabrication, and repair services to enhance industrial operations.

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