HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

HR Generalist
The Human Resources Generalist is motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about HR. This individual will work closely with the HR team to support a variety of HR functions, including payroll, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations. This role will offer many opportunities for the individual to deepen their HR expertise, contribute to team initiatives, and continue career development within the organization. Lastly, the ideal candidate will represent HR as a credible and trustworthy partner to both employees and leadership.

Process weekly and semi-monthly payroll, including report coordination with Accounting, and resolution of payroll-related inquiries.
Support HRIS administration, system improvements, process enhancements, and accurate maintenance of employee data and records.
Support full-cycle recruitment and onboarding, including job needs assessments, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offers, new hire paperwork, orientation, and cross-functional coordination.
Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, HR policies, and procedures.
Support employee relations, leave administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Coordinate employee engagement, recognition, DE&I, and other HR programs and initiatives.
Assist with training and development programs.
Administer HR policies, employee acknowledgements, employment verifications, and other HR documentation.
Provide HR administrative support for special projects, meetings, and other organizational needs.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NCCO will train the right candidate to excel at this opportunity.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field; HR certification (e.g. 3+ years of experience in human resources or a related administrative role
• Practiced knowledge of HR principles, labor laws, and best practices
• Experience with HRIS platforms
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Payroll is processed accurately and on time each cycle, with minimal correction requests
New hires complete onboarding on schedule and report a smooth, well-coordinated start
Open requisitions are filled within target timelines with qualified, well-screened candidates
Employee records and HRIS data stay accurate, complete, and audit-ready at all times
Employees and leadership see HR as responsive, approachable, and reliable for questions and issues
Compliance deadlines (policy acknowledgements, leave administration, regulatory filings) are consistently met

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Paul, Minnesota, NCCO operates integrated business divisions supported by production and warehousing facilities in St. With core values focused on respect for every individual, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and passion for excellence, NCCO fosters an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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