HR Generalist

Sun-Chemical; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sun Chemical is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support Rockdale, IL site and other locations as needed. You will partner with leaders to drive employee engagement and build a high-performing workforce, including ER, TA, onboarding, and HR projects. Travel up to 25% is required.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 5+ years of HR experience, and strong knowledge of employment laws, with proficiency in MS Office and HRIS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business admin, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in human resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, an HRIS, and automated time and attendance platform.
• Strong Talent Acquisition experience and employee advocate mindset.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to other locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide general guidelines on policies, procedures and practices to employees.
• Oversee employee relations issues, disciplinary meetings, investigations, terminations, and conflict resolutions.
• Support labor relations matters and participate in contract negotiations for assigned sites.
• Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Manage talent acquisition process with Global Talent Management team.
• Oversee onboarding for new employees.
• Collaborate on compensation research and program design with Total Rewards.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS

Time & attendance platform

Job description

Requisition ID6896-Posted08/07/2026-On-Site

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role supporting the success of our business by providing comprehensive human resources support to assigned manufacturing sites. The HR Generalist will primarily support the Rockdale, IL site but will also help support the HR function in other assigned manufacturing sites. This role will partner closely with leaders to drive employee engagement and build a high-performing workforce.

Travel Requirement: up to 25%, to other assigned locations to provide HR support

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Employee Relations:

• Provide general guidelines regarding company policies, procedures and practices to employees.
• Oversee employee relations issues, disciplinary meetings, and investigations, including disciplinary actions, terminations and conflict resolutions to ensure fair and consistent application of company policies.
• Provide guidance and support to management and other staff as complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations of wrongdoings and terminations.
• May assist HR Manager with day-to-day labor relations issues and actively participate in contract negotiations for assigned unionized manufacturing sites.
• Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives.

Talent Acquisition:

• Partner with the Global Talent Management team to manage the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees.
• Collaborate with the Total Rewards team to research and propose base and incentive pay programs to ensure competitive pay and benefits packages.
• Analyze compensation data and make recommendations for adjustments.

Employee Development:

• Design and implement employee learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops as needed.

HR Compliance, Data and Projects:

• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Analyze HR data and generate reports to track key metrics and identify trends.
• Participate in and support various HR projects and initiatives including performance management, succession planning, continuous improvement.
• Manage HRIS processes for assigned areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in human resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, an HRIS and automated time and attendance platform
• Strong Talent Acquisition experience and employee advocate mindset
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to make effective decisions, seek to find solutions to problems and make recommendations, work independently and understand when to elevate to management
• This position will require some travel to other assigned locations to provide HR support

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)
• Proficiency with SAP SuccessFactors and WorkForce Software
• Some knowledge of labor relations and union support
• Experience supporting multiple sites
• HR experience within a manufacturing environment

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.