Human Resource Site Manager

Midwest Refrigerated Milwaukee, Inc.; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

PTO and holidays

EAP program

Job summary

Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Human Resource Site Manager to lead recruiting, onboarding, policy implementation, benefits and leave administration across the Belvidere location.

You will manage workers’ compensation, training, performance management, employee relations and leave processes, while partnering with the HR team to drive initiatives that align with company goals and Midwest values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years progressively responsible HR generalist experience in a multi-state environment including high-volume recruitment.
• Deep understanding of Illinois Employment Law.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard staff; implement policies and procedures.
• Administer benefits, workers’ comp, and leave programs.
• Handle employee relations, investigations, and performance guidance.
• Prepare reports and support HR initiatives company-wide.

Skills

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Applicant tracking

Social media

Illinois labor laws

Discretion & confidentiality

Customer service

Relationship building

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Conflict management

Reading/writing instructions

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Applicant tracking

Social media management

Job description

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Human Resource Site Manager

Full-time Regular Belvidere, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2314

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution, and cross-docking services. We operate refrigerated and non-refrigerated warehouses for storage needs but also Value-Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting, and fulfillment needs. We work with some of the household names that your family puts on the dinner table every night. It’s an important job, one that makes a difference in your community. This is the first step in launching your career with a family-run company that cares about you, your family, and your success. We encourage our employees to learn and grow with us, while enjoying the friendly culture and great benefits that come with the MRS experience.

TheHR Managerprovides comprehensivehuman resources support for our Belvidere,Illinoislocation.This role managesrecruitingandonboarding, policy and procedure implementation, benefitssupport, workers’ compensation, training, performance management,employee relations, and leave administration. The HR Manager also collaborates with the broader Human Resources team to develop and implement initiatives that support departmental and company objectives.

At Midwest Refrigerated Services, we are driven by our Midwest Values of:

• Modesty
• Integrity
• Work Ethic
• Safety
• Trust

It is the expectation that all employees exemplify these values.

General Accountabilities include:

• Maintaincompliance withapplicablefederal, state, and local employment laws and regulations;recommend best practices;and regularly reviewpolicies and practicesfor continuedcompliance.
• Work with HR Leadership to develop and implement employment related programs and training.
• Partnerwith hiring managers to understandstaffingneeds anddevelop effectiverecruitmentstrategies.Source, screen,and interviewcandidates, andsupportmanagers inselectingexempt and nonexempt employees.
• Field benefit-related questions from employees. Resolves any issues that arise from new employee or annual open benefit enrollment.
• Manage leave and workers’ compensation administration, including FMLA, short-term disability, and long-term disability processes. Communicate with employees and healthcare providers, maintain required documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Track and document employment related information and prepare reports for management as requested.
• Support all MRS operations with employee relations matters. Conduct investigation, prepare documentation, and communicate effectively with management and employees. Provide guidance and training to managers and supervisors on how to resolve employee related issues in compliance with the law and company policies and procedures.
• Prepares dismissal documentation and conduct employee terminations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Skills Required:

• Strong computer/technology skills including Microsoft office suite, HRIS, Applicant tracking and social media.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IL Labor laws including ADA, and EEO.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Professional manner with a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
• Ability to build relationships with employees and managers
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated conflict management skills
• Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions
• Strong time management skills in a fast paced, ever-changing environment

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years progressively responsible human resources generalist experience in a multi-state environment including experience in human resources and employment law and regulations; high volume recruitment and selection; and employee relations.
• Deep understanding of Illinois Employment Law
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits and Perks:

MRS benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Flex Spending Account available the 1 st of the month following 30 days of hire. Additional benefits available 1 st of the month following 60 days of hire include Critical Illness, Identity Theft, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, company paid life insurance, company paid short-term disability, company paid long term disability and 401K plan with company match. Our employees also enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay (with 2 Floating Holidays), Referral Bonuses, and access to the EAP program. Our benefits provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their needs.

Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.