HR Generalist

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE(S) OF POSITION

Perform HR functions to support the business needs by developing and supporting management and employees and enhancing company culture. This is an onsite position at our manufacturing facility in Crystal Lake, IL. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Model the right behavior in terms of initiative, compliance, moral character (honor, integrity, and courage) and work ethic to create teamwork and mutual respect amongst employees. 

1. Build team spirit, pride, and camaraderie within team. 

1. Promote safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous quality improvement in accordance with company policies. 

1. Complies with all the policies and procedures set forth in the Company Handbook. 

1. Support management in areas such as employee relations, performance management, retention, development, engagement, change management, conflict management, and legal compliance. 

1. Administer all employee benefit programs; develop/recommend new programs, assists with benefit budget preparation and developing and updating plan documents. 

1. Manage eligibility, approvals, and certifications for FMLA and disability. 

1. Monitor current employee benefit programs to ensure plans are meeting company objectives and employee needs and take corrective actions, as necessary. 

1. Develop and coordinate employee wellness programs. 

1. Develop human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information and recommending courses of improvement. 

1. Ensure compliance with prevailing Federal and State employment, labor, and ERISA laws. 

1. Analysis of new or existing positions requiring change; including position evaluation, compensation and writing job descriptions. 

1. Coordinate community goodwill and employee recognition programs such as United Way campaign, retirement gifts, service awards, quarter century club, picnics, and holiday certificates. 

1. Coordinate the creation of the company newsletter. 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or similar discipline preferred, or equivalent HR Certification. 
• 3-5 years of experience in an HR Generalist or Benefits Administrator role.
• Experience with benefits administration, including FMLA and short-term disability administration. 
• Knowledge of HR practices, legal rules and regulations and applying knowledge of laws to assess compliance. 
• Experience with HRIS systems. 
• Spanish speaking preferred. 
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Teams, and SharePoint skills.
• Willingness to occasionally be in a production environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of ISO, 6-Sigma and Lean preferred.