HR Generalist

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc • Waukesha, WI

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is seeking an organized and versatile HR Generalist to join their collaborative team. This role involves a broad range of HR responsibilities, including payroll processing, benefits administration, recruitment, employee engagement, and onboarding. As part of an employee-owned culture, the HR Generalist will play an integral part in maintaining a positive and collaborative workplace. The position offers exposure to all facets of HR, a supportive employee-owned environment, and opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and ongoing professional training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of three years’ HR experience as a coordinator, generalist or in a similar capacity
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service approach
• Ability to work with sensitive information confidentially and professionally
• Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR preferred

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time for all employees
• Maintain payroll records, manage quarterly/annual tax filings, and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws
• Administer and reconcile employee benefits programs and billing
• Lead benefits enrollment and manage leave programs, including FMLA
• Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries, providing excellent support
• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, interviewing, and offers
• Partner with managers on staffing strategies and employer branding initiatives
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire orientation programs
• Maintain HRIS accuracy and employee records
• Assist with programs that enhance retention, engagement, and organizational culture

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Extra hours bonuses
• Remote/flexible hours
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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