HR Generalist

M&K Truck Centers is a multi-state leader in commercial truck sales, leasing, parts and service with nearly 1,000 employees. Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for people and a knack for keeping everything running seamlessly? We're seeking a HR Generalist to be the backbone of our HR operations, ensuring our team thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment. This is your chance to make a real impact-handling everything from onboarding superstars to championing compliance and employee success. The HR Generalist performs many day-to-day functions of the HR Department including orientation, benefits, training, discipline, performance appraisals, research and recordkeeping functions.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Be the

Go-To Guardian of Confidentiality:

Safeguard sensitive employee data while managing everything from personal records and payroll updates to performance reviews and benefits enrollment.

Drive Onboarding Excellence:

Welcome and set up new hires with seamless orientations and system integrations-watch them hit the ground running!

Master Compliance & Support:

Stay ahead of federal, state, and local regulations, process I-9s, MVRs, and unemployment claims, and ensure DOT/consortium records are flawless. Make a

Difference Daily:

From coordinating FMLA/workers' comp to mailing COBRA notices, gathering accident docs, and assisting with training-your work directly empowers our people.

Collaborate & Grow:

Partner with HR leaders on terminations, verifications, and reports, with opportunities to travel (5-30%) and dive into exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead smooth, engaging onboarding experiences for new hires Maintain accurate employee records, benefits enrollments, and confidential HR data Support payroll updates and serve as a backup for payroll processing Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations Manage I‑9s, MVRs, unemployment claims, and DOT/consortium files Assist with FMLA, workers comp, COBRA notices, and accident documentation Partner with HR leadership on employee relations, terminations, and reporting Coordinate training sessions and help drive HR best practices Travel occasionally (5-30%) to support locations across multiple states

Skills:

Understand developments of best practices, policies and procedures and be able to assist in development as needed Strong knowledge of hiring process, orientation, onboarding Sound judgment and problem solving skills Customer focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion, both verbally and in written communication Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must

Education and Experience:

Bachelor s degree in HR, Business, or related field 5+ years of HR generalist experience Strong knowledge of hiring, onboarding, and HR compliance Excellent communication, judgment, and problem‑solving skills High level of professionalism, discretion, and customer focus SHRM or HRCI certification preferred

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, benefits package and an ESOP Program. Opportunities for professional development and growth. A supportive and dynamic work environment. For more information please feel free to contact our Recruiter Katie Denhof at (616)295-6995.