HR Generalist

Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short Term Disability

Group Life and Accidental Insurance

Job summary

Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking an HR Generalist to align HR practices with organizational goals. You will support talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and onboarding for a manufacturing-focused division.

Responsibilities include collaborating with leadership, conducting evaluations, facilitating Open Enrollment, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Join a collaborative, high-ambition team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Knowledge of payroll/HRIS systems (Paylocity, ADP or similar).
• SHRM certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to execute HR strategy for talent, recruiting, retention, and succession.
• Ensure timely performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with Corporate Recruiter to hire qualified applicants and define required competencies.
• Onboard new hires and facilitate Open Enrollment for the division.
• Support competitive salary discussions with VP HR and assist with compensation planning.
• Manage employee relations, coaching, and progressive discipline processes.
• Organize company events to boost engagement and morale.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and ensure compliance with labor laws.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Integrity & confidentiality

HR laws & compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / PHR / SPHR certification preferred

Tools

Paylocity

ADP

Job description

Description

Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled HR Generalist to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for helping to align human resources practices and initiatives with organizational goals. The Human Resources Manager works closely with senior leadership to drive business performance through effective people management, organizational development, talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the division’s human resources and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Responsible for ensuring performance evaluations are completed timely and ability to give constructive feedback when needed
• In conjunction with Corporate Recruiter, recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Responsible for on boarding all new hires to ensure a smooth transition
• Conduct Open Enrollment for the division including meetings, assisting employees with questions etc.
• Collaborates with VP HR regarding competitive salaries and to ensure that the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Responsible for employee relations which includes coaching supervisors/managers the process of handling progressive discipline.
• Organize company events to foster employee engagement and morale
• Training – responsible for grants and other training programs – Ensure all trainings are set up and attended.
• Responsible for updating HR system (Paylocity) as required
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Works well as a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task while able to prioritize
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• 3-5 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or production environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Knowledge of payroll/HRIS systems, Paylocity, ADP or similar systems.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
• Spanish a plus

This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location.

Pay Range: $$80,000 - $95,000

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.