Michigan onboarding checklist for employers
An onboarding checklist makes sure every new hire gets the same paperwork, notices and training. Here is what changes when the employee works in Michigan.
Michigan rules that affect this form
| Minimum wage | $13.73 per hour |
|---|---|
| Paid sick leave | Yes (Earned Sick Time Act, eff. Feb 21, 2025; small employers Oct 1, 2025): 1 hour per 30 hours worked; employers may cap use at 72 hours/year (40 hours/year for employers with 10 or fewer employees). |
| Meal breaks | No state requirement for adult employees. |
| Rest breaks | No state requirement for adult employees. |
| Other rules to know | Tipped cash wage percentage increases every Jan 1 through 2031 (50% of minimum wage). Earned sick time carryover: accrual-method employers must allow carryover up to the use cap (72 or 40 hours); front-loading employers need not allow carryover. |
What to include
- Form I-9 completed by the end of the employee's third day of work
- Federal W-4 and the state withholding form, if the state has one
- Report the new hire to the state new-hire registry
- Required state and federal workplace posters and written notices
- Paid sick leave, break and overtime rules explained in plain terms
- Handbook acknowledgment signed and filed
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Michigan onboarding checklist form?
Michigan does not publish one required onboarding checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Michigan rules on this page.
What is the minimum wage in Michigan in 2026?
$13.73 per hour, effective January 1, 2026. $13.73/hour since Jan 1, 2026 (applies to employers with 2+ employees). Scheduled to rise to $15.00 on Jan 1, 2027, then adjusted annually by formula.
Is paid sick leave required in Michigan?
Yes (Earned Sick Time Act, eff. Feb 21, 2025; small employers Oct 1, 2025): 1 hour per 30 hours worked; employers may cap use at 72 hours/year (40 hours/year for employers with 10 or fewer employees).
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