HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

Human Resources GeneralistLocation: For nearly 50 years, we've been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets. We're a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. As our next Human Resources Generalist, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our organization's success. Responsibilities:Serves as first point of contact related to HR support for manufacturing and warehouse employees.Support is inclusive but not limited to onboarding and offboarding, payroll, timekeeping, benefit questions, FMLA and leaves of absence, and employee relations.Partners with HR Manager on guidance and support for assigned leaders and employees on performance management, coaching, policy interpretation, and necessary action(s).Acts as a primary administrator in maintaining and updating the HRIS (SAP SuccessFactors). This includes processing and auditing new hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes/adjustments, bonus awards, tuition reimbursements, terminations, etc.Reviews bi-weekly payroll and timecard auditing. Owns new hire orientation and onboarding process for CPC, including welcome emails to new hires, facilitation of orientation, follow-up with hiring manager on onboarding plan and schedule, creation of employment file and completion of new hire checklist tasks.Owns offboarding process for employees within assigned business unit, including but not limited to scheduling exit interview meetings, creating of termination letters, posting termination filing, and completing the termination checklist.Assists employees with FMLA and leave of absence requests, processing, reviewing disability payments, and partnership with third party contact (Matrix). Supports full life-cycle recruitment process for assigned requisitions, including job description creation, coordinating with internal/external recruiters, interview and debrief coordination, pre-employment screening, and facilitation of new hire onboarding and orientation.Supports employee engagement activities and initiatives including but not limited to anniversary award tracking and distribution, annual engagement survey support from survey to action planning, HR-sponsored employee events, and recognition programs throughout the year.Supports and may own a variety of special projects as required related to the development and implementation of business needs and HR policies/programs.Provides administrative support to the HR department including employment file maintenance, employee changes and other ad hoc reporting, and other assigned projects.Develops positive working relationships and business partnerships within assigned employee group and cross functionally throughout CPC. Provides regular status updates to HR leadership team as requested or necessary.Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related field.2-3 years of experience in HR Coordinator, Generalist, or related role.Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Requires exceptionally strong organizational and communication skills (speaking, writing, listening, etc.)Knowledge of HR disciplines and understanding of state and federal employment related requirements and regulations.Flexible, adaptable, takes initiative, and a proven ability to manage change in a growth-oriented environment.Self-starter committed to delivering the highest in customer service, quality, and results either independently or as part of a team.This role may require up to 10% travel. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.it's a community where you'll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.Multiple paid-time off programs, including vacation, sick time, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.Benefits & Compensation At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to:Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family. Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans. Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security. Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.Financial Benefits: 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future. Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. medical, dental and vision insurance; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance, supplemental employee and dependent life insurance;