Human Resources Generalist

ESCO Group • Marion, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting core employee experience processes and programs across the organization. This role ensures consistent execution of HR operations, compliance, and employee support while contributing to a positive and well-coordinated employee experience.
This position serves as a key resource for employees and managers, supporting day-to-day needs while building knowledge across multiple areas including benefits, performance processes, employee relations, and HR systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources or related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication and coordination skills across teams

Nice To Haves

• Detail-oriented and process-driven
• Proactive problem solver
• Experience in HR operations, benefits, or employee relations
• Exposure to HRIS systems
• Highly organized and dependable

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, providing guidance on HR policies, processes, and general inquiries
• Support the resolution of employee concerns
• Contribute to a positive, responsive, and consistent employee experience across the organization
• Maintain accurate employee records and manage data within HR systems
• Support HRIS updates, reporting, and documentation management
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding coordination
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and documentation requirements
• Assist with benefits administration including enrollments, changes, and employee communication
• Support open enrollment processes and vendor coordination as needed
• Help address employee questions related to benefits and escalate complex issues
• Event planning and coordination
• Success plan support for all new hires
• Support documentation and tracking of employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions and terminations
• Assist managers with employee relations situations and ensure proper documentation
• Employment verifications for current and former employees
• Unemployment activities, including claims, audits, and quarterly earnings
• Support recruiting efforts including scheduling, coordination of interviews, and candidate communication
• Participate in career fairs, onboarding activities, and other talent-related initiatives as needed
• Assist with employee surveys and engagement initiatives, including data collection and analysis
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, and employee experience
• Support updates to policies, job descriptions, and employee communications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level