Senior Human Resources Generalist

Company: Rieke LLC

Primary Location: 500 W 7th Street, Auburn, IN 46706 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time

Function: Human Resources

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities Position Summary: The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive support across key HR functions, including payroll administration, employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. This role partners closely with management and employees to ensure effective HR operations, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience. The HR Generalist also plays an active role in continuous improvement efforts, supporting organizational goals through efficient processes, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Administer a timekeeping system and complete light bi-weekly payroll duties (payroll processing is outsourced) Manage the FMLA process to include tracking of time, distribution of forms, follow-up with employees, review (including approving/denying and verifying) FMLA requests. Research and investigate employee issues and concerns, consult with management and coordinate necessary action to bring to an appropriate resolution. Conduct recruitment efforts for all hourly personnel and temporary employees; process background checks and employment authorizations, conduct new-employee orientation. Perform benefits administration to include helping enroll new hires, answering claims questions, and communicating benefits information to employees. Assist with the management of worker’s compensation and safety programs, (accident investigations, report preparation, claim management, coordination and tracking of training) Partner with the management team providing support on HR initiatives including Performance Management, Technical Skills Analysis, Succession Planning, Employee Training and Development, etc. Plan, coordinate and assist with events, communication initiatives, and special projects (employee engagement activities, wellness programs, employee newsletter). Complete HR administrative duties such as creating and maintaining employee files, completing reports, etc. Actively participate in the continuous improvement efforts of the Human Resources function. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations. On-Site : This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the Auburn, Indiana location.

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive support across key HR functions, including payroll administration, employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. This role partners closely with management and employees to ensure effective HR operations, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience. The HR Generalist also plays an active role in continuous improvement efforts, supporting organizational goals through efficient processes, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Administer a timekeeping system and complete light bi-weekly payroll duties (payroll processing is outsourced) Manage the FMLA process to include tracking of time, distribution of forms, follow-up with employees, review (including approving/denying and verifying) FMLA requests. Research and investigate employee issues and concerns, consult with management and coordinate necessary action to bring to an appropriate resolution. Conduct recruitment efforts for all hourly personnel and temporary employees; process background checks and employment authorizations, conduct new-employee orientation. Perform benefits administration to include helping enroll new hires, answering claims questions, and communicating benefits information to employees. Assist with the management of worker’s compensation and safety programs, (accident investigations, report preparation, claim management, coordination and tracking of training) Partner with the management team providing support on HR initiatives including Performance Management, Technical Skills Analysis, Succession Planning, Employee Training and Development, etc. Plan, coordinate and assist with events, communication initiatives, and special projects (employee engagement activities, wellness programs, employee newsletter). Complete HR administrative duties such as creating and maintaining employee files, completing reports, etc. Actively participate in the continuous improvement efforts of the Human Resources function. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.

On-Site : This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the Auburn, Indiana location.

Qualifications Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree preferred. 3-5 years of HR experience, with part/all of that experience being in manufacturing Employee relations experience Non-Union experience Conflict resolution skills Detail oriented Benefits administration experience Worker's compensation experience and safety knowledge Payroll experience Strong oral and written communication skills Solid listening skills Ability to deal with information/situations in a highly confidential manner Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and Power Point