HR Specialist

HR Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 New Berlin, WI Job Details $55,000 - $71,000 a year 5 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Employee onboarding Report writing FMLA Leave management ADP Mid-level Administrative experience Personnel records management Data management Employee relations management Organizational skills Overseeing HR compliance Onboarding process management Escalation handling Communication skills Health and safety training programs Full Job Description Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing company in the recruiting for an HR Specialist to support daily human resources operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience. This position contributes across several core HR areas, including onboarding, benefits support, leave coordination, employee relations, and data management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and comfortable working with HR systems while helping employees and managers navigate policies and procedures. This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits, generous paid time off and holidays, 401k matching and hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate onboarding activities from pre-employment steps through orientation to ensure a smooth start for incoming employees. Maintain accurate employee records and process personnel updates in the HR information system, including ADP Workforce Now. Assist team members with benefits-related questions and support enrollment, status changes, and routine administration tasks. Administer leave processes by tracking requests, documentation, and timelines related to medical leave and family and medical leave programs. Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate. Help monitor compliance with company policies, employment practices, and required HR documentation standards. Support workplace safety efforts by helping organize safety training activities and reinforcing established safety expectations. Prepare HR reports, audit data for accuracy, and assist with ongoing administrative projects that improve department efficiency. 2+ years supporting HR operations in a coordinator, administrator, or generalist-focused environment. Working knowledge of employee onboarding, benefits administration, and employee record maintenance. Familiarity with leave administration, including medical leave and FMLA processes. Hands-on experience using HRIS platforms; exposure to ADP Workforce Now is strongly preferred. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees, managers, and internal stakeholders. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .