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About this HR Generalist role at Milwaukee Tool

Milwaukee Tool · Onsite · Menomonee Falls, WI

Job Description:

INNOVATE without boundaries!

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.


Your Role on Our Team

Under the direction of the Talent Business Partner, the HR Generalist will partner with employees and managers to deliver a positive employee experience. This role plays a key part in supporting Talent initiatives, employee relations, engagement efforts, and Talent cycle processes while building foundational business and Talent expertise.


If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving problems, and are passionate about supporting employees and leaders, this opportunity is for you.


You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities

Employee Experience

  • Support employee experience programs including engagement surveys, skip-level meetings, stay interviews, exit interviews, and action planning initiatives.
  • Gather and organize employee feedback and Talent data to identify themes and opportunities for improvement.
  • Support leaders and Talent partners in executing engagement and development initiatives.
  • Help foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees feel comfortable raising questions and concerns.
  • Escalate significant employee feedback, concerns, or trends to the appropriate Talent partner.

Talent Programs & Processes

  • Support execution of core Talent programs, including performance management, talent and organizational reviews, internal mobility, employee development initiatives, and other Talent cycle activities.
  • Coordinate communications, documentation, and follow-up activities related to Talent programs.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and Talent data within applicable systems.
  • Respond to routine employee and manager inquiries related to Talent programs and processes.
  • Support Talent initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Employee Relations & Compliance

  • Conduct intake and documentation for routine employee relations and performance matters while partnering with Talent Business Partners to determine appropriate next steps.
  • Support managers with routine Talent processes and documentation requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, documentation standards, and data accuracy requirements.
  • Identify and escalate complex employee relations, compliance, or organizational concerns as appropriate.

Business Partnership

  • Build effective working relationships with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners.
  • Support Talent Business Partners in executing talent initiatives aligned to business needs.
  • Gather and organize Talent data to support reporting, insight generation, and decision-making.
  • Assist with implementation of workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and employee development initiatives.
  • Demonstrate a foundational understanding of business operations and Talent practices to support day-to-day Talent activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

The TOOLS you'll bring with you

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources, Talent Operations, Talent Management, or a related business support role.
  • Experience supporting employee-related programs, performance management, engagement initiatives, or HR processes.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to build positive working relationships with employees, managers, and business partners.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a changing environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Other TOOLS we prefer you to have

  • Experience using Workday or other Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).

Working Conditions

  • Office environment.

We provide these great perks and benefits

  • Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
  • Generous 401(k) savings plan
  • Education assistance
  • On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
  • And many more!

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

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About Milwaukee Tool

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock

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