Human Resource Generalist

JCSI; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual bonus up to 10%

Job summary

JCSI in Danville, IL is seeking a Human Resources Generalist with strong English/Spanish skills to manage daily HR operations on the manufacturing floor. You’ll partner with plant leadership to apply HR policies, handle investigations, and drive employee relations.

The role offers onsite work, a competitive $65,000–$75,000 salary range, and an annual bonus up to 10%. Relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits are available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing or similar setting.
• Knowledge of employment laws, employee relations, investigations, and compliance.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource supporting daily plant operations.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Partner with leadership on workplace policies and HR best practices.
• Support workers' compensation, leave administration, and HR compliance initiatives.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and employee retention efforts.
• Utilize HRIS systems and Excel to maintain accurate employee records and reporting.
• Foster a positive workplace culture through regular interaction with employees.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Investigations

Onsite HR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Business

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

SAP SuccessFactors

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist — Bilingual (English/Spanish) Strongly Preferred
Location: Danville, IL (Onsite)
Salary: $65,000–$75,000
Bonus: Up to 10% Annual Performance Bonus

Join a Growing Manufacturing Organization

A well‑established global manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its leadership team at a flagship U.S. manufacturing facility. Given the makeup of our production workforce and the level of daily employee interaction this role requires, bilingual ability in English and Spanish is strongly preferred and will be given priority consideration.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an HR professional looking to take ownership of day-to-day HR operations while developing into a future HR leadership role. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being visible on the manufacturing floor, building relationships with employees at all levels, and serving as a trusted business partner to plant leadership.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary HR resource supporting daily plant operations
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Partner with leadership on workplace policies and HR best practices
• Support workers' compensation, leave administration, and HR compliance initiatives
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and employee retention efforts
• Utilize HRIS systems and Excel to maintain accurate employee records and reporting
• Foster a positive workplace culture through regular interaction with employees across all departments
• Spend significant time on the production floor supporting managers and employees, with Spanish-language communication being a significant advantage given our workforce

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field
• 4+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, investigations, and HR compliance
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or production environments preferred
• Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, or similar systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) — significant advantage given the composition of our production workforce
• Union manufacturing experience
• Workers' Compensation and benefits administration experience
• Experience participating in HRIS implementations or system conversions

Why This Opportunity?

• Career path into HR leadership
• Stable, growing global manufacturer
• High-visibility role with leadership exposure
• Collaborative, employee-focused culture
• Annual bonus opportunity of up to 10%
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Paid time off and holidays

Work Environment
This is a fully onsite position supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, with flexibility to occasionally support different shifts as business needs require.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact, build strong employee relationships, and grow your HR career with a respected manufacturing organization, we'd love to hear from you. Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are especially encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, religion, gender, or other protected statuses.