HR Generalist (Bilingual) (Admin)

Kleenmark Services Corp•Brookfield, WI

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports day-to-day human resources operations and serves as a key point of contact for employees and management. The role helps foster a positive workplace culture and ensures HR processes run efficiently and effectively. This position reports to the HR Manager, is full-time, and requires occasional travel. KleenMark is Wisconsin’s largest independent commercial cleaning and supply company, with more than 900 technicians serving healthcare, commercial, life sciences, manufacturing, and education customers. The family-owned company operates on values of Trust, Teamwork, and Results.

Requirements

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, the organization’s HRIS and talent-management systems.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
At least three years of human resources experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Administer routine HR programs and processes, including compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, morale, occupational health and safety, and training and development.
Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
Advise management on appropriate resolutions to employee relations issues.
Lead and participate in internal and external employment-related investigations.
Respond to regulatory-body inquiries, including those from UI, OSHA, and DOL, regarding employment matters and alignment with organizational policies, procedures, processes, and programs.
Train management in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, safety, and sexual harassment.
Maintain knowledge of employment laws and government reporting regulations, and ensure HR policies, procedures, and reporting comply.
Assist with posting and recruiting professional positions, including screening, interviewing, and selection.
Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitudes toward company goals.
Administer the performance review program to support effectiveness, compliance, and equity.
Investigate accidents and prepare reports for the insurance carrier, safety manager, and HR Director.
Assist with reviewing labor-market wage surveys to determine competitive wage rates in conjunction with organizational leadership and the Director of HR.
Prepare employee separation notices and related documentation, and conduct exit interviews to determine reasons for separation.
Review, track, and document compliance with required and optional training, continuing education, and work assessments, including safety and anti-harassment training, professional licensure, aptitude exams, and certifications.
Evaluate candidates and recruit employees as needed.