Benefits:
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Location - Traverse City, Michigan (On-Site)
Job Type - Part time (expected 20-25 hrs/week)
Company Description
Traverse City Whiskey Co. is an independent and locally owned artisan distillery that is steeped in the tradition of the classic American spirits. Our passion for quality and flavor has earned us numerous awards and a place in the hearts of whiskey lovers across the country. We strive to create a work environment that reflects our commitment to craftsmanship and community.
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and personable part time HR Generalist to join our growing team. The successful candidate will manage daily HR operations and complete HR-related projects as needed.
Responsibilities
Onboarding and Offboarding: Facilitate smooth onboarding for new hires and ensure all proper procedures are followed during employee offboarding.
HR Projects and Initiatives: Collaborate with leadership to support HR programs, policy development, and strategic initiatives that align with company goals. This is where your creative and strategic side can shine!
Payroll Administration: Process and review bi-weekly payroll with accuracy, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
HR Records Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, ensuring all paperwork is properly completed, filed, and securely stored.
Recruitment Support: Partner with hiring managers to draft job descriptions, post job listings, review applications, screen candidates, and coordinate interviews to support effective hiring decisions.
Compliance and Reporting: Monitor and ensure adherence to employment laws and payroll regulations; assist with audits.
Employee Support: Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, payroll, and other related matters utilizing your strong interpersonal skills.
Benefits Administration: Assist employees with benefit enrollment and changes, and ensure accurate benefits data is maintained.
Policy and Handbook Maintenance: Help update and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure consistency and compliance.
Vendor and Partner Relations: Act as the primary liaison with external benefits providers and recruiting agencies to coordinate services and resolve issues.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree of any discipline, HR or business administration is preferred but not required.
Experience: Prior experience in Human Resources.
Knowledge Base: Basic understanding of employment laws, payroll regulations, benefits administration, and HR compliance best practices.
Integrity & Confidentiality: A high degree of integrity and previous experience handling confidential information.
Organization & Accuracy: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to handle sensitive employee information confidentially.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and approachable demeanor.
Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative and service-oriented mindset; able to build relationships across teams and with external partners.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
Frequently required to stand or sit; occasionally walk
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Ability to talk or hear; read, write, and understand English
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to lift 15 pounds
Works in a clean well-lit and ventilated environment with no apparent direct exposure to physical hazards
Compensation
$25-$28/hour
Benefits
Competitive pay
Flexible Schedule
Paid Sick Time
Simple IRA
Employee Discounts
A fun and energetic company culture