Human Resource Generalist II Chicago, IL

Autokiniton; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

Autokiniton seeks a Human Resource Generalist II at its Chicago, IL plant. This full-time role supports HR policies, recruiting/onboarding, and employee relations while ensuring compliant recordkeeping.

You will partner with managers to drive performance reviews, track department metrics, and support benefits, leave, and development initiatives within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of HR experience.
• Knowledge of HR processes (labor relations, organizational development, leadership development, compensation, benefits).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise employees and managers on HR policies, workplace concerns, performance, attendance, and corrective action.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, staffing, and workforce planning.
• Assist salaried colleagues in preparing and documenting disciplinary action.
• Track and report department metrics on a weekly/monthly/annual basis.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Champion colleague relations and community service activities.
• Coordinate performance reviews, training, development, benefits, and leave support.

Skills

HR policies & compliance

Recruiting & onboarding

Employee relations

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

SPHR/PHR preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Tracking Code

11301

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Human Resource Generalist II

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Advise employees and managers on HR policies, workplace concerns, performance, attendance, and corrective action.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, staffing, and workforce planning.
• Assist salaried colleagues in preparing and documenting disciplinary action.
• Track and report department metrics on a weekly/ monthly/annual basis.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance and employment laws.
• Champion colleague relations “fun activities” (ex. Plant Picnic, Christmas Party) and community service activities (ex. Blood Drive, United Way, etc.).
• Coordinate performance reviews, training, development, benefits, and leave support.

This full-time role is a part of our Human Resource team and reports to the Human Resource Manager.

Required experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business (or equivalent experience). Minimum of three (3) years of experience in human resources.
• Specific knowledge in several HR processes and practices (labor relations, organizational development, leadership development, compensation, benefits, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred.

Working conditions:

• We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our AUTOKINITON Plant in Chicago, IL., offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and Lakefront
• Museums and Historical Architecture

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.