Human Resources Generalist - Downers Grove, IL

Our client is a global manufacturer that is growing in size and needs to hire an energetic, career-focused Bi-lingual (English/ Spanish) Human Resources Generalist to join their team. The company has experienced tremendous growth and "growing pains" that go along with growth. The Human Resources Generalist should come from a manufacturing environment and have a background of developing/selecting and implement training and developmental programs with a focus on upgrading the company's overall training initiatives and related training materials, including "state-of-the-art" / "best practices" initiatives on creating a culture of participation and teamwork that will lead to greater levels of employee satisfaction, belonging and retention.

If this describes you, and your professional accomplishments supports your success plus you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and a stable work history, then our client is interested in connecting with you.

While we recruit HR professionals nationwide, at all levels across diverse industry groups, our client has requested that we find local/nearby candidates only for this opportunity.

The company offers competitive compensation and full benefit programs

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States

Thank you in advance for your interest and cooperation.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and counsel regarding human resource aspects of plant operations in non-union environments; Lead recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training and employee developmental programs; Review HR programs for "Best Practices" including Rewards & Recognition, Employee Handbooks/Policy & Procedures, Disciplinary, Corrective Action processes and resolution to ensure all company HR initiatives align with the company's policies and procedures and applicable state and federal employment related laws.; Provide guidance and coaching assistance to managers, supervisors and employees on accurate and consistent policy interpretation and administration plus day-to-day employee relations’ matters.; Work with Talent Acquisition team to support recruiting for exempt, non-exempt and hourly positions in the facility.; Oversee safety committee and safety training.; Oversee management of Workers’ compensation.; Develop, recommend and implement/lead implementation of HR policies, procedures and related training

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business or related field of study; An advance degree and/or related SHRM certification; 6+ years related HR experience and success as a Generalis or Business Partnert in HR with functions including: recruiting, training, payroll, workers comp, safety, policies and procedures, benefits, employee relations, etc.; Experience working in any manufacturing environment is a mus t however, foods or consumer products manufacturing experience is ideal; Bi-lingual English / Spanish is a must