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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented temporary-to-hire Bilingual HR Associate to join the Human Resources team of a well-established organization in the Kenosha area.
This is a hands-on HR role supporting employees and managers across a variety of functions, including onboarding, benefits, payroll and timekeeping, employee records, leave administration, recruiting, workers’ compensation, and HR compliance.
The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, approachable, and comfortable working directly with employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional to broaden their experience and take on meaningful day-to-day HR responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as a primary HR resource for employees, providing support in both English and Spanish.
* Coordinate new-hire onboarding, orientation, employment documentation, and I-9/E-Verify processing.
* Maintain accurate employee records and confidential personnel files.
* Assist employees with benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and general benefits questions.
* Support payroll and timekeeping, including reviewing timecards and resolving discrepancies.
* Assist with FMLA and other leave-of-absence documentation and administration.
* Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communication.
* Prepare employee letters, notices, forms, and HR communications.
* Assist with employee relations documentation and follow-up.
* Support HR compliance, audits, reporting, and recordkeeping.
* Maintain HR procedures, training records, work instructions, and departmental documentation.
* Assist with workers’ compensation claims, workplace injury reporting, and return-to-work processes.
* Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, payroll, benefits, and procedures.
* Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Required:
* Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
* Professional, approachable, and service-oriented communication style.
Preferred:
* 2+ years of Human Resources or related administrative experience.
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Previous HR experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
* Experience with an HRIS or payroll platform such as Paylocity.
* Exposure to benefits administration, payroll, FMLA, recruiting, onboarding, and employment compliance.
* SHRM-CP, PHR, or interest in pursuing an HR certification.
Compensation & Benefits
* $26-$28/hour
* Monday-Friday schedule
* Excellent benefits package
* Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources
* Collaborative, employee-focused work environment
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