Minnesota Staffing is hiring: HR Generalist in Hopkins

Hr Generalist Position

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Generalist to join our team in Hopkins, Minnesota. In this role, you will handle a variety of human resource functions, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll management, and compliance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization by fostering a positive work environment and ensuring HR policies and procedures are effectively implemented.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried positions, including part-time, permanent, and contract roles across multiple locations.
• Facilitate pre-employment processes such as drug testing, background checks, and physical examinations to ensure compliance.
• Manage onboarding activities for new hires, including documentation, orientation, and training programs.
• Support union relations by addressing grievances and maintaining positive communication.
• Provide guidance to employees on company policies, procedures, and workplace processes.
• Address employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions and terminations, while ensuring compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records by managing data entry for new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and other updates.
• Administer payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate payment of wages, benefits, and deductions in accordance with company policies.
• Handle payroll-related tasks such as processing garnishments, support orders, liens, and other deductions.
• Assist with the implementation and administration of HR policies and procedures across multiple locations, including updates to employee handbooks.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or similar, in addition to 3+ years of both payroll and human resources experience. Experience using ADP WorkForce Now is also required. This role is fully onsite, working standard business hours. Beginning pay is $60,000-80,000, depending on qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly for immediate consideration with an up to date resume.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in human resources, with a focus on generalist responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive employee relations.
• Familiarity with payroll systems, including ADP, and experience managing multistate payroll processes.
• Knowledge of HRIS platforms and ability to maintain accurate employee data.
• Understanding of employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP is preferred but not required.