Human Resource Generalist

Job Highlights

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech is expanding its HR department and has an immediate need for a full-time HR Generalist to work in our Hartland, WI office location. The hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is an in-office, in-person position.  Up to 5% travel required.

This position will carry out, with the majority of responsibilities in the following functional areas related to recruitment/employment, HRIS systems support, employee engagement, and support employee relations on site. A summary of some of the job responsibilities are listed below:

Job Description:

• Partner with Human Resources Manager/VP HR to support execution of the recruitment and employment process.
• Assist in recruitment to fill positions at the Wisconsin office and other locations as needed.
• Develop university relations, responsible for coordinating campus/university recruitment, attending events, and participating in career fairs, information sessions, etc.
• Responsible for ensuring applicant tracking system (Paycom) is updated and maintained daily.
• Screen resumes and conduct HR phone screens in accordance with employment laws and regulations.
• As assigned, conduct face-to-face candidate interviews & document/evaluate candidates’ responses.
• Arrange travel details and communications between candidates and hiring managers.
• Schedule candidate interviews and serve as a point of contact for candidates and internal staff during the interview/recruitment process.
• Support the offer process (conduct references, coordinating background, employment, & driving checks, etc.)
• Vendor Management (Zip Recruiter, LinkedIn, Justifacts, Drug Screens)
• Create, update, and administer company “Onboarding”, New Hire communications, announcements and necessary employment paperwork.
• Work with Corporate office to manage and improve orientation process for new hires.
• Develop and manage employee retention activities such as new hire surveys, stay interviews, and follow up activities for new hires to ensure long term success.
• Generate reports in applicant tracking system, evaluate data, report on trends and make recommendations on any possible issues.
• Manage confidential personnel files and other privileged information.
• Data entry, HRIS updates, and other confidential information filing/input.
• Create and manage, with the HR Department, to coordinate various Employee Engagement activities.
• Support of the HRIS system, generating reports and compiling analytical data.
• Responsible for ensuring HRIS is updated and maintained daily.
• Promote and develop positive employee relations by providing direct HR support to company associates.
• Help coordinate and announce employee events and programs aligned with the Employee Engagement strategy and culture (Get Well Cards, Birth Announcements, flowers, recognition, etc.).
• Variety of additional HR Team support functions (e.g. Knowledge Base, HR electronic network files, company events, special HR projects, etc.).
• Facilitate employee communications to ensure clarity and understanding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking, and standing.

Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field of study.
• 2 years of experience in related HR functions.
• Knowledge of HRIS.
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Knowledge of Employment Law.
• Knowledge of the Recruitment process.
• Experience in administrative / coordination work required.
• Exceptional customer service.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior Employee Engagement experience and knowledge.
• Excellent data reporting skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, including proficiency in report writing, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook