HR Generalist

LaSalle Network; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

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Job summary

LaSalle Network seeks an HR Generalist in Aurora, IL for full-cycle HR operations at a fast-paced fulfillment hub. You will onboard hourly staff, handle employee relations, ensure compliance, and coach site leaders to drive a high-performing, compliant workplace.

The role emphasizes culture, retention, and HR analytics, reporting to the Director of HR. Onsite schedule is Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM CST with a 100% onsite requirement; contract-to-permanent; salary $38-41/hour with benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of HR experience in fulfillment center, warehouse, distribution or manufacturing.
• Bilingual English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field; SHRM-CP or PHR preferred.
• Solid labor law knowledge at federal, state, and local levels.
• Proficient in MS Excel, HRIS tools and data analytics.
• Excellent communication, written and public speaking skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for employee relations and investigations in a fast-paced site.
• Maintain HR records, audits, attendance, offboarding and compliance.
• Interview, onboard hourly warehouse staff and coordinate training.
• Coach managers on employee management and labor laws.
• Drive engagement programs, ERGs, and culture initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and align with operations on WC and return-to-work.

Skills

HR exp 2-4 yrs

Bilingual EN/ES

Data literacy

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related

SHRM-CP/PHR preferred

Tools

MS Excel

HRIS

Data analytics

Job description

Are you a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy operations environment? We are seeking an HR Generalist to serve as the dedicated People Team representative within an active fulfillment center and hub location.

Reporting to the Director of HR, you will drive full-lifecycle HR operations, from associate onboarding and culture-building to employee relations, compliance, and leadership coaching. You will work side-by-side with site General Managers, Operations Directors, and site leadership to foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract-to-permanent
• Location: Aurora, IL
• Onsite Schedule: 100% onsite
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM CST
• Pay Rate: $38.00 - $41.00/hr
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations & Advocacy: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns. Conduct thorough workplace investigations and manage progressive discipline/PIP processes in partnership with HR Leadership and Legal.
• Onsite HR Operations & Compliance: Maintain up-to-date HR records, execute periodic compliance audits, manage attendance tracking, and oversee smooth offboarding and exit procedures.
• Interviewing & Onboarding: Interview and onboard hourly warehouse team members. Facilitate engaging new-hire training, conduct check-ins, and manage relationships with onsite 3rd-party staffing agency representatives.
• Leadership Coaching: Partner closely with site General Managers and operations leads to train, counsel, and coach managers on employee management and labor laws.
• Culture & Retention: Drive employee engagement programs, support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), participate in the site Culture Committee, and host regular open-door office hours.
• Metrics & Operational Alignment: Monitor, analyze, and present key people metrics at monthly site town halls and startup meetings. Partner with operations on Workers' Compensation and Return-to-Work programs.

Qualifications

• Experience: Ideally 2-4 years of progressive Human Resources experience, specifically within a fulfillment center, warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing facility.
• Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred to effectively support our site workforce.
• Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field. SHRM-CP or PHR certification is highly preferred.
• Labor Law Expertise: Solid understanding of federal, state, and local labor laws and compliance statutes.
• Data Literacy & Tech Skills: Proficient with MS Excel, HRIS tools, and data analytics to extract actionable insights and inform HR strategy.
• Communication & Autonomy: Exceptional interpersonal, written, and public speaking skills with the confidence to present to large groups and work independently with minimal direction.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.