HR Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

At Fiskars Group, we've been shaping daily life through design, craftsmanship, and innovation for over 375 years. From our iconic orange-handled scissors to world-renowned brands like Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Waterford, and Wedgwood, our purpose is clear : to create a positive, lasting impact on everyday life.

We're looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team in Middleton, WI. This role is a true generalist opportunitysupporting employees and leaders across HR programs including employment law, compensation, benefits, staffing, onboarding, training, and employee relations. If you're energized by being a trusted first point of contact, driving efficient processes, and contributing to a positive workplace culture, this could be the right fit for you.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the front-facing HR partner, providing day-to-day support to employees on policies, pay, benefits, and HR procedures.
• Conduct new hire onboarding and orientations, process employee data in the HRIS, and ensure smooth transitions for new team members.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records (Workday, UKG), generate reports, and assist with system-related needs.
• Partner on employee relations by addressing concerns, coordinating employee engagement activities, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Support local staffing efforts, partnering with the global Talent Acquisition team as needed.
• Manage compliance reporting including AAP, EEO, and VETS requirements.
• Coordinate service award programs and support other employee recognition initiatives.
• Serve as a contact for the emergency response system and safety committee.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and project support for HR managers and leaders across the U.S.

What We're Looking For

Why Join Us?

When you join Fiskars Group, you'll become part of a global community dedicated to design, craftsmanship, and sustainability. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities to grow your HR expertise, and the chance to make an impact on our employees' everyday experience.

At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team :

Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group's global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.

BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry, and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala, and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita's reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita's net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.

BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars' net sales were EUR 547 million.