Kreg Tool Company, Employee-Owned · 19 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist - Employee Experience
Ankeny, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expKreg Tool Company is an employee-owned manufacturer of tools and equipment for woodworkers and DIY enthusiasts. The Human Resources Generalist will support and enhance the employee experience by managing HR operations, recruiting, and compliance, while also contributing to projects that promote organizational success.
Consumer GoodsRetail
Hiring Manager
Megan Crawford
Responsibilities
Manage the investigation and resolution of employee relations issues in alignment with company policy and employment law
Act as a resource for employee questions, directing employees to the appropriate resource, ensuring timely and helpful responses
Represent HR on internal committees and initiatives (e.g., ESOP, Activities Committee, company events)
Administer employee experience initiatives, including stay interviews, employee engagement activities, and events (e.g., summer food trucks, HQ tours, and onsite guest visits)
Manage full cycle recruiting and hiring processes for entry-level and hourly roles, such as posting positions, screening candidates, coordinating onsite interviews, and facilitating offer and prescreening processes
Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation activities, welcoming new hires and facilitating a seamless new hire experience
Recruiting support and coordination of the summer intern program
Administer HR systems and tools (e.g., ATS, LMS, 15Five) ensuring data integrity and timely updates
Assist in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Support annual reporting, audits, and recordkeeping requirements, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEOC, NLRA, and 5500 filing requirements
Support compensation activities (e.g., market pricing, pay equity analysis, merit/bonus/incentive programs and pay transparency policies), ensuring fair, equitable and documented policies are followed
Manage employee security profiles in the badge system, including access for employees, contractors, and vendors
Serve as backup support for core HR functions, including payroll processing
Support internal communications, including drafting messages and creating simple graphics using Canva
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or a related major
4-6 years of experience in Human Resources; prior HR support experience preferred
Experience with HR systems such as HRIS, ATS, LMS, or employee engagement tools; ability to quickly learn new platforms
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear communications and create simple visual content (e.g., Canva, Microsoft Office, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Customer-service mindset with strong interpersonal skills to support employees at all levels
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and proactive in problem-solving
Collaborative mindset and willingness to pitch in on diverse projects
Problem-solving skills with a proactive, 'can-do' attitude
Preferred
Prior HR support experience
Experience coordinating events or projects is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental benefits
Dress for your day dress code
Onsite fitness center
Annual bonus opportunity
Volunteer time off
Paid parental leave
Wellness reimbursement
Company
Kreg Tool Company, Employee-Owned
Kreg Tool Company is a growing, employee-owned, tool-manufacturing company with our global headquarters located in Ankeny, Iowa.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
Iowa Economic Development Authority
2022-03-03Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Todd Sommerfeld
Chair of the Board of Directors
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