Human Resource Generalist

Welch Packaging; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A packaging company in West Chicago is seeking a Human Resource Coordinator for a full-time onsite role. The successful candidate will assist with the HR process, including recruiting candidates and completing clerical duties. The role requires at least 1 year of clerical experience, with prior recruiting experience preferred. Key responsibilities include interviewing applicants, performing background checks, and conducting orientation. Bilingual candidates are preferred. Some regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of previous clerical experience required.
• Prior recruiting experience preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with hiring teams to identify employment needs.
• Interview applicants regarding skills and experience.
• Perform background checks on applicants.
• Inform applicants about position details and duties.
• Hire or refer qualified applicants.
• Conduct new employee orientation.
• Maintain employment records.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Time management

Systems analysis

Mathematical reasoning

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Full Time Onsite Position

Will require occasional travel regionally

Summary

The Human Resource Coordinator aids with and facilitates the human resource process at the business unit. Completes clerical duties, assists the HR Manager with recruiting candidates to fill open roles and aiding in other functions of HR.

Key Responsibilities

• Consulting with the hiring teams and identifying employment needs.
• Interviewing potential applicants regarding their skills, experience, and education.
• Contacting references and performing background checks on applicants.
• Informing applicants about position details, including working conditions, benefits, and duties.
• Hiring or referring qualified applicants for the employer.
• Conducting or helping with new employee orientation.
• Keeping process paperwork and employment records.

Requirements / Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.

Experience

• 1+ years of previous clerical experience required.
• Prior recruiting experience preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Specific Knowledge, Skills Or Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Time management.
• Systems analysis.
• Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
• Critical thinking.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed.
• May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
• Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials during the workday.
• Proper lifting techniques required.
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to certain manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.