Human Resources Generalist

Madison, WI
Full Time
Human Resources
Entry Level
About Us:
Universal Presentation Concepts, UPC, is a leading company in the design and manufacturing of custom retail display fixtures, committed to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions for retail, commercial, and exhibition spaces. Our team thrives on precision, creativity, and efficiency, ensuring that every fixture meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and functionality.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate HR Generalist to oversee all functions within human resources and safety onsite at our Madison office. This role requires direct interaction with various levels of staff in the areas of performance, compensation, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, orientation/training/development, and policy/procedure development. While monitoring the division budget and HR system.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Own full-cycle recruiting: Write job postings, screen candidates, and coordinate interviews and offers in collaboration with department leads.
  • Maintain accurate records: Keep employee files and Paychex data up to date—roles, pay, structure, and other critical details.
  • Support employee changes: Process new hires, terminations, time off, and leaves of absence efficiently and accurately.
  • Manage payroll: Run payroll on time and ensure all deductions, taxes, and updates are correct.
  • Handle benefits administration: Oversee enrollment and updates for health, dental, life, and disability plans.
  • Execute trainings: Lead orientations, safety training, open enrollment, and company-wide HR updates.
  • Lead safety efforts: Conduct walkthroughs, enforce safety policies, and ensure team members are trained in safe practices.
  • Drive performance management: Administer reviews and support leaders in coaching and employee development.
  • Ensure compliance: Stay up to date on employment laws and make sure policies meet federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Support audits and reporting: Complete I-9s, compliance reports, and other required documentation.
  • Guide employee relations: Handle investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations with professionalism and consistency.
What You Bring:
  • 4+ years of generalist-level HR experience
  • Confidence in your knowledge of HR and employment law, with the humility to keep learning
  • A proactive, solution-oriented mindset—you don’t wait to be told what to do
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; you’re approachable, firm when needed, and able to earn the trust of both staff and leadership
  • Solid organizational and time management skills—you know how to prioritize and pivot
  • A passion for building something meaningful and helping others succeed

Why You’ll Love It Here:
  • A close-knit, hardworking team that values initiative
  • Direct access to decision-makers—you’ll be heard and trusted
  • The opportunity to shape HR strategy and processes from the ground up

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and benefit package
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • 401K with company match

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees.

As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.

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