We’re looking for a hands-on Human Resources Generalist who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working directly with employees and managers. This role is a strong next step for someone with solid HR experience who wants to keep growing across employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training, compliance, HR systems, and manager support. You should have a few years of hands-on HR experience but still be building toward a more advanced generalist level, but you should be dependable, curious, organized, and comfortable learning as you go.
Hiring Range: $68,000–$75,000/year, depending on experience
Location: Golden Valley, MN - onsite
Schedule: 1st shift
Who you are...
You’re approachable, practical, and able to balance the people side of HR with the details that keep things moving. You communicate clearly, handle sensitive information with care, and know when to ask questions or pull in the right resources. You’re comfortable supporting managers and employees, following through on details, and helping create a consistent, positive employee experience.
Why work for us?
- Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, and more!
- Free online healthcare and mental healthcare upon hire
- 401(k) with company match
- 6 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays
- Accrued Paid Time Off from date of hire
- Company-paid Life Insurance with buy-up available
- Quarterly non-discretionary bonus program
- Promotion from within and long-term career growth opportunities
What You’ll Do
As an HR Generalist, you’ll:
- Support recruiting and onboarding, including postings, offers, pre-employment steps, new hire paperwork, and orientation.
- Serve as an HR resource for employees and managers by answering questions, listening to concerns, and helping with next steps.
- Support employee relations matters, investigations, documentation, corrective action, PIPs, and manager coaching.
- Assist with performance reviews, goal setting, training, and employee development efforts.
- Maintain accurate employee data in HR systems, support workflows, run reports, and audit records.
- Support HR compliance, recordkeeping, benefits questions, open enrollment, compensation processes, and payroll coordination.
- Help with employee engagement, recognition, surveys, communications, and company events.
- Support resignations, retirements, terminations, exit interviews, documentation, and system updates.
- Build strong relationships with assigned managers and divisions and help address issues consistently and proactively.
Knowledge and Skills to Be Successful
- Solid understanding of HR practices, principles, and employment law.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good judgment, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on deadlines.
- Comfortable using HRIS platforms, web-based systems, and employee data.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Practical, solution-focused approach to supporting employees and managers.
- Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred for some divisions.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Koch Companies, we’re committed to creating a workplace where team members can grow, thrive, and make a difference. As an HR Generalist, you’ll:
- Get exposure to several areas of HR, not just one narrow lane.
- Work directly with employees and managers and see the impact of your support.
- Have room to learn, grow, and build confidence as a well-rounded HR Generalist.
- Be part of a practical, hands-on HR team that values follow-through, communication, and continuous improvement.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
- 4+ years of progressive, hands-on Human Resources experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- PHR or SPHR certification.
- Experience supporting a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting, benefits, leave management, and training.
- Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred for some divisions.
Physical Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
- Ability to sit for up to 90% of the workday using a computer, phone, keyboard, and mouse.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for the remaining time.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
- Work is primarily performed in a temperature-regulated office environment.
- Travel between Corporate and other company sites may be required.
About the Role
The salary grade for this position ranges from $61,800.00 - $86,500.00. Starting pay within this range will be based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
Application Deadline
To be considered for this position, please submit your application no later than July 27, 2026.
About Koch Companies
Koch Companies is a family-owned, industry-leading organization comprised of several divisions, including Koch Logistics, United Trailer Leasing, Koch NationaLease, Koch Services, Store Opening Solutions, and Koch Trucking. Together, these divisions are driving outstanding growth and innovation in the transportation and logistics sectors.
At Koch, you’ll be part of a company that values a friendly, casual, and inclusive working environment. We’re committed to your growth and success, offering opportunities for career development, access to current technology, and a culture that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional well-being through robust wellness programs. You’ll also enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in an organization that truly values its employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Koch Companies is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices. Koch Companies strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Accommodation Statement: If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at 1-800-249-2369, to ensure that all applicants have the opportunity to participate fully in our recruitment process.
Koch Companies: Family owned, Customer Focused
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field
- 4+ years of progressive, hands-on Human Resources experience
- Solid understanding of HR practices, principles, and employment law
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment
- Experience using HRIS platforms and web-based HR systems
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
- Ability to sit for up to 90% of the workday, stand/walk/bend as needed, and lift up to 15 pounds
- Experience supporting recruiting, benefits, leave management, and training
- PHR or SPHR certification
- Bilingual Spanish/English skills (preferred for some divisions)
What We Do
Koch, Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate corporation based in Wichita, Kansas. Its subsidiaries are involved in diverse industries including petroleum refining, chemicals, energy, forest and consumer products, fertilizers, polymers and fibers, electronic components, commodity trading, minerals, glass, and investments.
