Human Resources Generalist

Location: Champaign, Illinois

Who We Are: Bruegge and Co is a family-owned business with 154 years of furniture expertise, proudly serving Central Illinois with 6 store locations and a Distribution Center. Founded in 1876, we’ve continued our legacy of quality craftsmanship. In 2006, we took on the Ashley name to bring even more value to our customers. Join our team and be part of our storied tradition.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to own day-to-day HR operations and partner with leadership across the organization. This role requires sound judgment, strong HR operation discipline, and the ability to work independently while managing core HR programs.

The HR Generalist will support employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and HR initiatives while ensuring HR practices are applied consistently across locations. This role works closely with leadership and employees to resolve workplace issues, maintain effective HR processes, and support business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Address employee concerns and workplace issues, working with managers to resolve conflicts and promote a collaborative workplace environment.
• Be a resource for employees, pointing them in the right direction for information and supporting their professional development.
  
  
  

Payroll & HR Operations

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation, ACA reporting,
• Ensure HR operational processes are followed consistently across locations.
• Maintain HR Policies, procedures and employee handbook updates.
  
  
  

Benefits, Leave & Time Off Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs and respond to employee questions. Includes new hire, annual open enrollment, off-boarding benefits and COBRA.
• Manage FMLA administration and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Oversee PTO administration including auditing accruals for accuracy.
  
  
  

Safety, Workers’ Compensation

• Manage workers’ compensation claims, transitional duty assignments and coordinate with insurance providers.
• Creates and maintains OSHA filings and annual reporting.
  
  
  

HR initiatives, Workforce Processes, Engagement & Retention

• Support company-wide performance review processes.
• Analyze turnover, absenteeism, conduct exit & stay interviews to identify trends and recommend retention strategies.
• Support employee engagement, recognition, and culture-building initiatives.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR experience in a generalist or HR role
• Experience supporting employee relations, workplace conflict resolution
• Experience administering payroll, benefits, leave, HR best practices
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (reporting, workforce metrics)
  
  
  

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with HRIS systems. Paycor is a plus.
• SHRM-CP, PHR certification
  
  
  

Schedule

This role is typically scheduled Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Occasional Saturday, holiday, or adjusted hours may be required to support business operations.

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting employees and leaders while helping ensure HR operations run effectively across the organization.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing right away!
• Up to 3% SIMPLE IRA Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• $5k Continued Education Stipend per year!
• Employee Discounts!
• When employees were asked why they stay, every single one said: “the people I work with.”
• Build your career within the Ashley Family – whether you grow locally or move across the U.S., you’ll have the opportunities to continue your career with Ashley.
  
  
  

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