HRIS Analyst - Workday

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HRIS Analyst Company:

Global Power Components –

Location:

Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week, flexibility for remote) Hire Type:

Direct Hire Position Summary: We are seeking a Workday HRIS Analyst to support our enterprise-wide Workday implementation and long-term HR systems strategy. This role will work closely with HR, Payroll, IT, business stakeholders, and our implementation partners throughout deployment, testing, go-live, and post-production optimization. This position requires prior hands-on Workday experience. The ideal candidate understands Workday functionality, HR processes, reporting, and system administration, and can contribute immediately in a fast-paced implementation environment. Key Responsibilities: Support the full lifecycle of the Workday implementation, including configuration, testing, validation, and deployment activities Partner with implementation consultants and internal stakeholders to design and optimize HR business processes Configure and maintain Workday business processes, reports, dashboards, calculated fields, and security assignments Support data conversion, data validation, and ongoing data integrity efforts Execute and coordinate testing activities Troubleshoot Workday issues and collaborate with HR, Payroll, IT, and vendors to resolve them Assist with release management, enhancements, and post-go-live stabilization Create documentation, training materials, and end-user support resources Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and system optimization Required Qualifications: 3–5 years of HRIS experience Minimum 2+ years of hands-on Workday experience Experience supporting or participating in a Workday implementation, optimization, or administration environment Strong understanding of HR systems, workflows, and data structures Experience with: Workday reporting Calculated fields Business processes Security administration Testing/UAT Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, IT, and external partners Excellent communication and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with one or more Workday modules: Core HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence Experience with EIBs, integrations, or data conversion activities Prior experience in a large-scale implementation environment Experience supporting post-production enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives What Makes This Opportunity Unique: Full enterprise Workday implementation with strong implementation partners already in place Opportunity to help shape future-state HR technology and processes High-visibility role with direct impact across the organization Collaborative environment with strong executive and project support Long-term growth opportunities within HR technology and systems