HR and Labor Generalist

Sun-Chemical; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short and long term disability

401(k) + match

Life insurance

Job summary

Sun Chemical is seeking an experienced HR & Labor Generalist to serve as the primary HR partner for our Northlake, Illinois manufacturing facility. The role focuses on workforce planning, employee relations, and labor relations, partnering with operations leaders and union leadership to drive engagement and business success.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years HR management experience, 2 years in a unionized manufacturing environment, and a solid knowledge of employment laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of HR management experience.
• 2 years of HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the Northlake manufacturing facility.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Lead employee and labor relations activities and liaison with union leadership.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, investigations, accommodations, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Support talent acquisition, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for exempt and professional roles.
• Manage day-to-day labor relations processes, including grievances, job bidding, and collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Participate in labor contract negotiations and proposal development.
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, company policies, and AFFIRMATIVE ACTION requirements.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Oracle

iCIMS

Job description

Career Opportunities: HR and Labor Generalist (7091)

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atwww.sunchemical.com or connect with us onLinkedIn orTwitter

We are seeking an experiencedHR & Labor Generalistto serve as the primary Human Resources partner for our Northlake, Illinois manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with operations leaders, employees, and union leadership to drive employee engagement, labor relations, talent development, and business success.

Essential Job Functions:

As the site HR leader, you will play a vital role in supporting both employees and management while helping shape workforce strategies and maintaining positive labor relations.

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the Northlake manufacturing facility.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, recruiting, retention, and succession planning initiatives.
• Lead employee and labor relations activities and serve as the primary liaison with union leadership.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, investigations, accommodations, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Support talent acquisition efforts, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for exempt and professional roles.
• Manage day-to-day labor relations processes, including grievances, job bidding, and collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Participate in labor contract negotiations and proposal development.
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, company policies, and Affimative Action requirements.
• Represent Sun Chemical within the local community through participation in business and charitable organizations.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of HR management experience.
• 2 years of HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Master's degree in HR or Labor Relations
• Experience with HRIS systems such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle, or iCIMS.
• Experience in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.

BENEFITS

• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k)+match
• life insurance

Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical. #ID23