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Our client is a rapidly growing waste management / recycling organization who are looking to add a HR Manager to their team. They have enjoyed incredible growth in the last few years and are seeking a HR candidate with a background ideally within a similar sector to join their team as they continue their expansion.

Strong medical / dental / vision

• Life insurance
• Office based role
• $We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our team in Chicago, IL (Pilsen neighborhood). Candidate must be knowledgeable in all aspects of Human Resources, including, but not limited to: recruitment/talent acquisition, training and development, employee relations, benefits, talent management, risk management, workers compensation and payroll administration (Paylocity).

Improve and maintain employee relations by building trust with the team and providing realistic recommendations to management team
Maintain HR records to ensure compliance with all state and/or federal laws
Manage the unemployment claims and represent the Company during unemployment hearings
Communicate to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding employment-related policies, procedures, rules, laws, and regulations and ensures compliance
Strong recruitment/talent acquisition skills; Plan and conduct new employee orientation and develop a structured onboarding process
Provide guidance and support to management team regarding performance management, including employee reviews and compensation reviews
Provide guidance and support to management team during employee disciplinary actions, documentation, meetings, and terminations
Develop and conduct training as necessary
Participate in annual health insurance renewal process
Utilize Worker’s Compensation knowledge to partner with Safety Manager as needed on investigations and claims management
Handle the management of all Driver qualification files in accordance with Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier requirements
Oversee the weekly payroll processing and serve as qualified backup to the process when necessary
Maintain and continue to improve on Paylocity payroll implementation
Maintain the company's organizational charts and provide weekly HR reporting to management team
Represent the HR Department in any outside matters
Minimum of three years of experience in an HR generalist position
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
Ability to exercise discretion and good ethical judgment in interpreting and applying company policies to issues and problems
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems
Familiarity with Payroll and Timekeeping Systems (Paylocity)
Experience working in an industrial work environment
Certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
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