Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Title: Bilingual HR Generalist (English/Spanish)

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Chicago, IL & McCook, IL

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $60,000 – $70,000 annually, depending on experience

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 100% Onsite, with time split approximately 50/50 between two locations

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

Our client is an established and growing organization within the manufacturing industry. With a longstanding reputation in its industry, the company offers a collaborative work environment, a stable business foundation, and opportunities to contribute to a growing team.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to support daily human resources operations across two locations in the Chicago area. This individual will play an important role in employee relations, recruiting, benefits administration, HR compliance, and overall employee support. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who enjoys working directly with employees and leadership, managing competing priorities, and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day HR assistance to employees and management, addressing questions related to workplace policies, procedures, and employee concerns.
• Coordinate recruiting activities, including candidate tracking, hiring documentation, and onboarding support.
• Oversee the organization and accuracy of employee files, HR databases, and personnel documentation.
• Help administer employee benefit offerings, including enrollment activities, eligibility updates, and employee inquiries.
• Partner with leadership to address employee relations situations, workplace challenges, and corrective action procedures.
• Facilitate performance evaluation activities and assist with employee growth and development initiatives.
• Monitor HR practices to support adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Review and improve internal HR guidelines, forms, and employee communications to maintain consistent processes.
• Handle sensitive personnel matters with professionalism while protecting employee privacy.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvements to support organizational growth and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish required.
• 2–5 years of professional human resources experience, preferably in a generalist capacity.
• Solid understanding of employment regulations, HR best practices, and workplace compliance requirements.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms, payroll software, applicant tracking systems, and benefits administration tools.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Strong organizational abilities, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to resolving workplace issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling employee records and sensitive business information.
• Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Teams.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or comparable HR certification is preferred but not required.

Additional Details:

• Work Location: Position requires onsite presence at facilities in Chicago and McCook, IL, with an approximately equal split between locations.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Employment Type: Permanent, direct-hire opportunity.

Perks:

• Opportunity to join an established organization experiencing continued growth.
• Broad HR responsibilities with exposure to multiple areas of human resources.
• Collaborative environment with direct interaction with employees and leadership.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on HR processes and employee experience.
• Potential discretionary holiday bonus based on tenure and company guidelines.
• Long-term career opportunity within a stable manufacturing organization.