HR Coordinator

Lippert Components; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Freedman by Lippert in Chicago seeks an HR associate to partner with department leaders, answer employee HR questions, and drive engagement across the team.

You will promote a healthy work environment, support payroll processes, and assist in recruiting while ensuring confidentiality and timely communications. The role requires strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced plant setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a human resources role.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a healthy work environment and explains HR programs to Team Members.
• Answers Team Members' questions on HR policies confidentially in writing and verbally.
• Advises leaders on people issues and escalates complex matters as needed.
• Provides payroll-related support and conducts weekly audits; coordinates with third-party staffing agencies.

Skills

HR policies

Payroll support

Recruitment

Employee relations

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members' unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective:

This position is located in our Chicago plant Freedman by Lippert. This position supports the human resources department partnering with department leaders to create a premier work environment. This position will also directly serve team members by answering or directing human resource questions and driving engagement.

Essential Functions

1. Promotes and fosters a healthy work environment; raises awareness of available programs to assist Team Members;
2. Answers Team Member questions related to human resources policy; provides written and verbal communications to Team Members in a confidential manner
3. Advises leaders on people issues, elevating complex issues to Representative or Leader;
4. Provides payroll assistance
   1. Conducts weekly audits, reports and assists in clearing exceptions;
   2. Responsible for communicating with third party staffing agencies regarding payroll;
   3. Answers Team Member questions regarding payroll
5. Reports on online training completion and assists Team Members in completing assigned courses;
6. Acts as on-site contact for Leaves of Absence;
7. Conducts new hire orientation and has shared responsibility in onboarding process;
8. Participates in recruitment and interview processes;
9. Assists Team Members with enrolling in benefits, including presenting open enrollment meetings;
10. Responsible for collaboratively implementing team member recognition programs and fostering engagement;
11. Assists in internal and external marketing efforts;
12. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

1. Understands and adheres to company policies and procedures and codes of conduct
2. Adheres to all federal and state rules, laws and regulations as they presently exist
3. Must have strong written and verbal skills
4. Must have the drive to extend assistance to all employees, customers, etc.
5. Strong communication skills
6. Excellent attendance
7. Basic understanding of benefits offered and company leave of absence process
8. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company's overall goals
9. Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills
10. Must be organized
11. Must be able to meet goals and time deadlines for company projects
12. Must be able to work with minimum supervision
13. Must be able to operate appropriate office equipment including copiers, personal computers, etc.
14. Must possess successful problem-solving skills
15. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, customers, etc.
16. Must be able to work under mentally stressful situations
17. Ability to effectively respond to and interact with all levels of organizational staff, including executives

Working Conditions:

• Primarily working indoors, office environment.
• Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
• Repetitive use of hands to operate computers.
• Presence will be expected on manufacturing and warehouse floors.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation

Salary of $23- $25 per hour

Freedman by Lippert determines pay based on several factors, including but not limited to the position being offered, education, skills, work experience, and other factors permitted by law. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.

Freedman by Lippert offers Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Paid Time Off and Sick Time. For a more comprehensive list please see Human Resources.

Freedman by Lippert is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talk and listen. This position is not very active when it comes to movement and requires a lot of typing and sitting in a chair.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend and off-shift work may be required at times.

Travel

Minimal travel is expected for this position.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Minimum of 1 year of experience in a human resources department
3. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
4. Minimum of 1 year of experience in a role requiring strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
5. Ability to multitask with different requirements applying to the position.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

No further eligibility qualifications for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.