Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Extension is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for a direct-hire opportunity with one of our clients located in Port Washington, WI. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys recruiting, building relationships, and making a direct impact on the employee experience.

About Our Client

• Established manufacturing organization with a strong focus on attracting and retaining top talent.


• Collaborative HR team with opportunities to work directly with supervisors and managers.


• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Key Objectives / Role Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for a variety of positions, with a strong focus on manufacturing and skilled trades.


• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies, source candidates, and coordinate interviews through the offer process.


• Support employee relations, including attendance coaching, workplace investigations, documentation, and difficult conversations.


• Build relationships with technical schools, community organizations, and other talent pipelines.


• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, HR compliance, workplace safety, and workers' compensation claims.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• 2–3 years of HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong recruiting experience, including sourcing through Indeed, LinkedIn, or similar platforms.


• Experience with HR documentation, employee relations, and handling sensitive conversations is preferred.


• ADP experience is a plus.


• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to learn quickly and adapt.


• A coachable, proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and hit the ground running.


• Consistent work history and a demonstrated commitment to previous employers.


• A bachelor's degree or master's degree is a plus and may qualify candidates for compensation above the standard range.

Salary Information

• $55k - $75k/hour

If you're ready to put your recruiting and HR skills to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment, this Human Resources Generalist opportunity could be your next step!

We’re looking forward to connecting with you and are excited to help you make your next career move!