Human Resources Generalist, Payroll and Recruitment

El Popocatepetl Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bilingual Human Resources Administrator / Coordinator to join our HR team.This is a hands-on position combining HR administration and coordination responsibilities. The HR Administrator / Coordinator will work closely with employees, supervisors, payroll and management to support day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, timekeeping and payroll preparation, attendance, compliance, recruiting, and employee support.Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.What You'll DoCoordinate onboarding, new hire orientation, I-9 documentation, and pre-employment requirementsMaintain accurate and confidential employee records within HRIS and payroll systemsProcess employee changes, including hires, transfers, and terminationsSupport benefits administration, including enrollments, employee changes, documentation, and employee questionsCoordinate weekly payroll preparation by reviewing time records, identifying discrepancies and missed punches, and working directly with employees and shift managers to resolve issues prior to payroll processingMonitor attendance, PTO, sick time, accrual balances, and related employee documentationSupport compliance with the Chicago Fair Workweek Ordinance, including scheduling requirements and Predictability PayServe as a day-to-day HR resource for employees and supervisors regarding policies, procedures, benefits, attendance, and timekeepingAssist with workers' compensation, employment verifications, HR reporting, and auditsCoordinate employee training, meetings, and other HR initiativePartner with supervisors and managers to ensure HR documentation and employee matters are addressed timelySupport HR projects, process improvements, and other departmental initiativesQualificationsBilingual English/Spanish required3+ years of Human Resources experience required; 4+ years preferredWorking knowledge of the Chicago Fair Workweek Ordinance, including scheduling compliance and Predictability PayKnowledge of Chicago and Illinois employment requirementsExperience with timekeeping, payroll preparation, attendance tracking, PTO/accruals, and employee xhyhwjd documentationExperience with HRIS, payroll, and/or workforce management systems; NetSuite SuitePeople/WFM experience is a plusStrong proficiency with Google Workspace, including Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Calendar and Microsoft OfficeStrong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and follow-through skillsAbility to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlinesAbility to communicate professionally and effectively with employees, supervisors, management, payroll specialist and outside partnersAbility to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive employee informationAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, but not required