Kering Eyewear, part of the global Luxury group Kering, is the most relevant player in the Luxury Eyewear market segment. We design, develop, manufacture, and distribute eyewear that blends creativity, innovation, and quality. Our portfolio spans a wide range of iconic brands including Gucci, Cartier, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Valentino, Chloé, Alaïa, Montblanc, Dunhill, Puma, and our proprietary brands LINDBERG, Maui Jim, and Zeal Optics. By combining industry expertise with a commitment to sustainability, we help our brands redefine design and craft eyewear that captivates consumers worldwide.
At Maui Jim, you can expect, a unique culture, a well-known brand, and the opportunity to grow with a company that has a great reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and “high touch” work environment that values the members of our ‘Ohana. We work hard to develop our leaders who in turn develop their team members to reach their full potential, and we are committed to building a team that focuses on solid customer service.
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The major function of this position is:
The Human Resources Generalist provides day-to-day Human Resources support to employees and managers in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, payroll and timekeeping administration, benefits administration, leave management, performance management support, HR systems, and policy administration. This position serves as a primary resource for routine employee inquiries and partners with HR team members to support employee relations, compliance, and organizational initiatives while ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000
1st Shift: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (M- F); Hybrid (4 days in office/1 day remote)
Location: Peoria, IL Office - Sponsorships are not available for this opportunity.
The essential responsibilities and duties of this position are:
Serve as a primary HR contact for employees and managers regarding routine questions related to policies, procedures, benefits, payroll, timekeeping, leave administration, and other HR programs.
Support managers and employees by communicating and administering company policies, procedures, programs, and employment practices.
Assist with employee relations matters by gathering information, preparing documentation, responding to routine inquiries, and escalating complex employee relations concerns to the appropriate HR Business Partner.
Support full-cycle recruiting activities, including processing requisitions, posting positions, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, conducting initial interviews, facilitating offer processes, and coordinating onboarding activities.
Coordinate new hire onboarding and employee orientation programs to ensure a positive and compliant onboarding experience.
Support payroll administration by reviewing and entering employee time and attendance information, auditing payroll-related transactions, reconciling time records, and ensuring employee data changes are accurately reflected within HRIS and payroll systems.
Review timekeeping records for accuracy and follow up with managers and employees regarding missed punches, attendance exceptions, timecard approvals, and payroll discrepancies.
Partner with Payroll to support accurate and timely payroll processing, including employee status changes, compensation changes, new hires, terminations, leave activity, and other payroll-related transactions.
Research and assist in resolving payroll, timekeeping, and attendance-related issues and employee inquiries.
Support the administration of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and annual enrollment activities.
Respond to employee questions regarding…