HR Generalist

Beacon Hill; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a motivated bilingual Human Resources Generalist for a fast-paced manufacturing site in Illinois. This role partners with plant leadership to support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance and safety initiatives.

The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working across multiple shifts in a 24/7 operation, with strong communication and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial HR preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership on talent management and culture.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for hourly manufacturing roles and staffing.
• Oversee onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.

Skills

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Recruiting

Onboarding

Employee relations

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, bilingual (English/Spanish), and employee-focused Human Resources Generalist. This role serves as a key business partner to plant leadership and employees by supporting a wide range of human resources functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, training, and workplace safety initiatives. The ideal candidate is proactive, approachable, adaptable, and passionate about fostering a positive, safe, and engaged workforce within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with plant leadership to support all aspects of talent management, employee engagement, and workplace culture.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager to assess staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts for hourly manufacturing positions and coordinate temporary labor staffing.
• Conduct interviews, extend offers, and coordinate hiring activities to ensure workforce needs are met.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs to support successful employee integration and engagement.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and supervisors, addressing employee relations concerns and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Support the administration and communication of employee benefits programs and related updates.
• Coordinate Workers' Compensation claims and assist employees throughout the process.
• Prepare and process employment-related documentation including new hires, promotions, transfers, compensation changes, and terminations.
• Conduct wage and compensation analyses for hourly employees and provide recommendations to maintain market competitiveness.
• Promote a positive employee relations environment by fostering open communication between supervisors and team members.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support training initiatives by coordinating and assisting with employee development and compliance-based training programs.
• Assist with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, training, and employee communications.
• Participate in plant safety audits and inspections to identify and address potential workplace hazards.
• Support the development and reinforcement of a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
• Provide HR guidance and support across multiple shifts within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Assist with special projects, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and organizational information.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
• Previous Human Resources experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and compliance.
• Ability to work flexible hours and support a 24/7 manufacturing operation across multiple shifts.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Experience supporting employee relations issues and handling sensitive workplace matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Familiarity with Workers' Compensation administration and leave management processes is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, including the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• Demonstrated sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative in driving tasks and projects to completion.
• Ability to remain calm, resourceful, and responsive during urgent or emergency situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work within a manufacturing environment, including walking the production floor and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to building positive employee relationships and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you!

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