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Job Title: Human Resources Generalist (Entry Level- minimal experience)

Company Location: Avtec Finishing / New Hope MN

Location: In-house only

Shift: Days (Actual hours TBD); Expectation: 40-45 hours per week M-F; Short day on Friday

Wage: $54,000 - $57,000 (DOQ) - Review at 60 days and 6 months

Signing Bonus: $1500 ($500 at 6 months and $1000 at 1 year); Note: Not available to current employees

Join our tight-knit, high-impact HR team where your work directly shapes our people, culture, and long-term success. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, people-focused professional who wants to gain experience in all aspects of HR - payroll, recruiting, employee relations, document control, policy enforcement, leave of absence, unemployment, etc. You’ll work closely with our Senior HR Manager to facilitate these tasks.

Perfect for a recent graduate with a focus on HR or someone who has gained “unofficial” HR experience through other roles and wants to explore the full scope of the profession. This position offers hands-on exposure to recruiting, payroll, employee relations, and HR compliance, all while working alongside our Senior HR Manager in a supportive, team-driven environment. You’ll gain real-world HR experience and the opportunity to develop skills that can launch or advance your career in human resources.

Every employee plays a critical role in our success—so we treat them well. We offer:

• Competitive pay & regular reviews (reviews at 60 days, 6 months, then yearly - rate increase given, if earned)
• PTO right away, paid holidays, work anniversary day off
• Quarterly bonuses (profit sharing)
• Company-paid benefits: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) contributions, uniforms, safety boots, prescription safety glasses
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, legal, pet, hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage
• A workplace that values teamwork, accountability, and respect

Your Prime Focus:

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time
• Recruiting: Post ads, set up interviews, onboarding (full cycle)
• Assist employees with basic benefits questions and enrollment
• Support compliance with FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
• Monitor and enforce attendance policies
• First-level employee relations—address questions, resolve smaller concerns, escalate larger issues to the Senior HR Manager
• Facilitate quarterly drug testing
• Verify timely completion of reviews and training
• Participate in the planning of company luncheons
• Process employment verifications, child support documents, terminations, and unemployment claims
• Maintain HR records with confidentiality and accuracy
• Assist Senior HR Manager with additional HR duties as needed

• This position operates in a secure manufacturing facility—personal mobile devices must be stored during shifts and accessed only in designated areas and breaks
• Facility entry is monitored
• Attendance is critical and closely monitored

Education & Experience

• College degree or 1+ years of HR experience (preferred)
• Entry-level accounting or payroll experience a plus

Skills & Traits

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• We practice a firm but fair approach. Must be able to stand your ground.
• Solid understanding of basic HR best practices and compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word; as well as comfortable learning new software
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail with ability to work independently
• Dependable attendance and ability to meet deadlines

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Upload a current resume & answer the questions provided (completing this task provides a little insight into you and helps us determine the best candidates to interview). Looking for thoughtful answers.
• No need to reach out and verify if the application was received. If you receive an email/text response when you submitted the application, then you'll know it was received.
• If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via text/email. (As part of our selection process, while onsite for an interview, you MUST PASS A BASIC MATH TEST within 10 minutes to move on to the interview phase.)
• Expect a response within 14 days of your application.
• Position will remain posted until filled.

Security: This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility. All employees must adhere to strict security policies, including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

For more information on our company, visit: www.TheLindgrenGroup.com