HR Generalist/ Recruiter, Mankato, MN

This is WITRONFounded in 1971, WITRON has become an international leader in automated storage logistics with more than 7,000 colleagues worldwide tending to the planning, realization, and maintenance of our highly automated systems. Our teams – far more than just mechanics, electrical technicians, or mechatronic engineers – act as professionals who are perfectly equipped with full power for finding the best solution to the specific needs of each of our customers.Our growing division now has close to 1000 employees. Our corporate culture, which is characterized by passion, cooperation, and the drive to move things forward, has allowed us to offer close to 350 internal promotions to our employees in recent years.APPLY and JOIN our dynamic team in a fascinating high-tech environment facing new and exciting challenges daily.Job Title: Human Resources Generalist / RecruiterWe Offer You(3) Bonus opportunitiesHealth insurance, AD&D401(k) retirement savings plan with company matchDental insuranceFull vision insurance coverageCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability insuranceLeave of absence support programAccident insuranceCritical illness insuranceHospital indemnity insuranceLegal insuranceDiscounted gym membershipsDiscounts on services/productsBlue365 health & wellness discountsTuition reimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramTelehealth servicesYour Role In Our TeamReporting to the Site Manager and supporting stakeholders, HR Generalist/Recruiter will support day-to-day Human Resources activities while fostering an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that reflects WITRON’s core values of equality, empowerment, goal attainment, and health and safety. The role focuses on ensuring timely and fair handling of employee concerns, maintaining accurate reporting, and supporting the assessment and escalation of health and safety matters.Ideal Candidate ProfileYou are a detail-oriented and proactive Human Resources professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You bring a strong sense of discretion, integrity, and professionalism to your work, with a natural ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. You are adaptable, organized, and committed to supporting a positive workplace culture rooted in fairness, inclusion, and continuous improvement. With a collaborative mindset and a hands-on approach, you take initiative in supporting both administrative processes and employee-facing responsibilities.Duties/ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & Talent Acquisition Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screenings, interview coordination, and ongoing candidate communication. Partner with hiring managers to understand talent needs and maintain alignment throughout the hiring process. Utilize diverse recruitment channels (job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals) to attract qualified candidates. Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the Applicant Tracking System and monitor hiring workflow progress. Track and analyze recruitment metrics to evaluate sourcing strategy effectiveness and ensure a positive candidate experience. Prepare offer documentation and support transition into onboarding processes.Employee & Labor Relations Support site leadership in applying company policies and handling employee relations matters. Serve as the primary HR advisor on labor relations and ensure compliance with employment and labor laws. Conduct or support workplace investigations, document findings, and assist managers with corrective actions when needed. Promote positive employee relations and support company culture through ongoing colleague interaction and training.Onboarding, Offboarding & Compliance Execute all onboarding and offboarding activities, including orientations, documentation collection, system updates, and exit interviews. Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant employee records, ensuring completion of all required employment documentation (e.g., I 9, E Verify, certifications). Support internal HR audits and ensure adherence to company standards and legal requirements. Collaborate with safety and site leadership on incident reporting, workers’ compensation follow-up, and return to work coordination.HR Administration Manage timekeeping for the site and assist with benefits, payroll, and workers’ compensation administration. Coordinate all travel requirements for local team members, including transportation and accommodations. Process employee travel expense reports and reimbursement claims accurately and in a timely manner. Prepare regular HR reports (headcount, turnover, attendance, recruitment KPIs) for leadership.Required Skills And Abilities Knowledge of ATS and HRIS Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality Computer knowledge and experience with MS Word, Excel and Outlook Perform any other related tasks required to support the HR function and site operations.Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 3–5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience within a manufacturing or warehouse environment. 3–5 years of experience managing high‑volume recruitment in the manufacturing sector.Our benefits at MankatoYour advantages at a glance. Discover the win-winYour secure feeling is of great importance to us. Find out about our added values and special benefits.Team SpiritWe are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.WITRON BonusEmployees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.Social BenefitsWITRON has a tradition of observing “Special Days” in our employees lives and will provide added benefits orbonuses to help celebrate certain milestones.Top EquipmentWe will provide you with brand name work apparel and professional tools to make sure all of our employees have the right equipment to do the job.Corporate CultureCollaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.Support & OpportunityPerformance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.