Human Resources Generalist

Freshpack • Monticello, WI

4h • $55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day operations of Freshpack’s Human Resources department, with primary responsibility for payroll and recruiting. The role also provides routine employee support and assists with onboarding, benefits, leave administration, employee records, compliance activities, and other HR functions. It is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to learn and develop across multiple areas of Human Resources.

Freshpack is a custom cheese packaging company that develops and innovates cheese products and packaging. Its products are sold in all 50 states and in most major retailers. The company has grown from 15 to more than 280 employees over 25 years and anticipates substantial growth over the next 3–5 years.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Previous HR, payroll, recruiting, administrative, or related experience preferred; training will be provided.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Professional, service-oriented communication skills and comfort assisting employees at all levels.
• Ability to learn HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and recruiting systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous HR, payroll, recruiting, administrative, or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time; review timecards and follow up on timekeeping issues.
• Process employee and payroll changes, leave-related updates, offboarding, final payroll changes, and routine corrections.
• Prepare and upload weekly KPI files, post KPI data for production lines, and calculate and process double-time when applicable.
• Review payroll for accuracy, maintain employee records in payroll and timekeeping systems, and respond to routine employee payroll questions.
• Escalate unusual or complex payroll issues to the HR Supervisor.
• Post and maintain job openings, review applications and resumes, and conduct initial phone screenings.
• Source potential candidates through LinkedIn, Indeed, and other recruiting sources; manage candidate communications and records.
• Schedule interviews, coordinate hiring manager feedback and next steps, and prepare and send offer letters and employment correspondence.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screens, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with the Training & Development Specialist to support the transition from candidate to new-hire onboarding.
• Assist with onboarding paperwork, system entry, orientation, and required documentation.
• Provide routine employee support, including Paylocity assistance, ID badges, door keys, and general HR questions.
• Notify employees of benefits and 401(k) eligibility and provide enrollment information and assistance.
• Assist with workplace injury reporting, workers’ compensation claims, and related documentation.
• Coordinate employee supplies and materials with departments and vendors as needed.
• Assist with annual benefits open enrollment and other benefit administration activities.
• Support the HR Supervisor during the annual SMETA audit and cross-train as backup for SMETA-related activities.
• Assist with HR reporting, employee communications, forms, and other administrative needs.
• Partner with Marketing on employee events, engagement activities, and company initiatives.
• Perform other HR duties and backup responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual KPI bonus opportunity of up to 10% of base salary, paid quarterly.
• Medical, dental, vision, and company-provided life insurance, among other benefits.
• Referral program.
• 401(k) program.
• Weekly pay every Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree