Human Resources Generalist

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Bilingual Human Resources Generalist! Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resource Generalist coordinates Human Resource activities. Utilizing bi-lingual (English/Spanish) communication skills, the Human Resource Generalist is the first point of contact to assist employees with employment and benefits-related questions and problems and collaborates with management to investigate employee performance concerns. Ensures effective communication, and swift resolution of issues to enhance positive employee relations. The position is responsible to monitor and assure that all aspects of employment are administered in compliance with company and union policy, benefit plan rules, federal and state and local laws and regulations. This is a 5 day on-site position, for a large manufacturer in the northwest suburbs. The pay range is $75k-$95k plus bonus and benefits that include 401(k) with a match, health, flexible sending, life insurance, vision, and PTO.

Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos

• Process, verify, and maintain data for each employee. Maintain employee hard copy and electronic HRIS files to ensure accuracy, legal and compliance, and confidentiality.
• Process, verify, and maintain general employment related documentation including but not limited to recruitment, staffing, training, grievances, safety/OSHA, worker’s compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, policy acknowledgements, and I-9 Form.
• Assist with all phases of the recruitment and hiring process through orientation and onboarding of new hires.
• Consult with managers and employees by phone and in person, answering questions, investigating and resolving issues regarding compensation, company employment policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Respond to and process employment verifications.
• Manage all Workers’ Compensation transactions, coordinate with Safety Manager on safety training, documentation and policy enforcement.
• Coordinates the documentation and communications required for employment terminations.
• Assists with the preparation and administration of the annual performance review process.
• Compile data and prepare reports and documents for annual audits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish communication skills a must.
• At least 5 years of Human Resources experience in a high-volume manufacturing or distribution environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience with Payroll/HRIS software.
• Prior union experience preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• A flexible, creative and thoughtful thinker and problem solver.
• Available to work extended hours, weekends, and on off shifts as needed from time to time, as needed.
• Ability to multitask and manage a high-volume workload.
• Problem-solving mindset with a customer-first approach

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