HR Generalist- Payroll& Employee Engagement

Job DetailsJob Location: Watson Furniture Group - Poulsbo, WAPosition Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $28.00 - $33.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayWelcome. We’re glad you’re here. And we’re not just saying that. We’re glad we’re here too. We are proud of this company and take great pleasure to introduce you to the Watson difference.  

We are builders. 
For 60 years we have designed and built revolutionary and award-winning workplace solutions for some of the most dynamic and innovative companies. Our designs are functional, simplistic, and manufactured with a high respect for our environment and our people. We are proud to source the best talent and materials at our manufacturing facility in Poulsbo, WA. 

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented HR Generalist – Payroll & Employee Engagement. This role serves as the primary HR partner to our administrative teams and works alongside our HR Generalist – Leaves & Employee Relations, who partners with our production teams. 

While the HR Generalist Leaves& Employee Relations role focuses on employee relations, investigations, and leave management, this position leads the operational side of HR; ensuring payroll accuracy, benefits administration, HR systems integrity, structured engagement processes, and the internal experiences that keep our culture strong and connected. 

Together — alongside our Talent Experience Coordinator and guided by the Head of HR — these roles form the foundation of our HR team, bringing complementary expertise and a shared commitment to supporting every employee. 

If you build trust through accuracy, consistency, and follow-through — and take pride in getting the details right — this role may be a great fit for you. Around here, the details matter. 

What You’ll Do 

Biweekly Payroll Ownership 



Process payroll every two weeks 





Validate wage compliance and timekeeping accuracy 





Conduct payroll audits and reconciliations 



Benefits Administration 



Manage health and retirement programs 





Coordinate open enrollment 





Serve as employee benefits resource including approver for Qualifying Life Events  





Conduct benefits orientations for new hires 



Administrative Feedback Process (Biannual Owner) 



Coordinate cycle and completion 





Track participation and documentation 



Pulse Surveys & Engagement Logistics 



Coordinate periodic pulse surveys 





Track participation and follow-up commitments 



Company Events & Recognition 



Own and coordinate monthly company BBQs 





Manage employee recognition events 





Prepare certificates and structured internal event materials 



Admin Onboarding Completion 



Complete onboarding tasks for our new administrative team members 



Front Desk Coordination  



Answer the Watson main phone  





Greet guests to Watson  





Management of our admin resource room 





This role sits at the Watson front desk 


QualificationsWhat you’ll need to know: 

1- 3 years of HR experience with payroll exposure 

Experience processing payroll independently 

Working knowledge of HR systems and data management 

Understanding of wage and hour compliance fundamentals 

Who You Are 

Someone who understands that our people are our most important asset. 

Someone who sees every situation, including mistakes, as an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow. 

Someone who has high ethical standards and professionalism in all interactions. 

Someone who has a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information responsibly. 

Detail-oriented with a strong systems mindset 

Comfortable managing multiple recurring processes 

Clear and proactive in your communication 

Reliable, consistent, and steady under deadlines 

Someone who takes pride in getting the details right 

Someone who is good at engaging and making others feel comfortable. 

Wage and Compensation 

This role can expect to earn $28- $33 per Hour 

Essential Attributes of Watson Employees 

Insane curiosity 

Excited and enthusiastic about your work 

Embrace and exhibit our values 

Our Culture 

Monthly BBQ 

Espresso Bar 

Annual Bravo Night 

Onsite gym and showers 

Campus walking trail 

Fun, challenging, and engaging culture 

Pride and satisfaction of manufacturing tangible products 

Our Benefits 

Competitive wages  

401(k) plan with matching contribution  

Profit sharing program  

Extensive healthcare plans  

A fun, challenging, and engaging culture  

Pride and satisfaction in manufacturing tangible, well-built products