Human Resources Generalist

Colonial-Bag; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial-Bag in the United States is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to lead recruitment at the site, coordinate onboarding, and enforce HR policies across employment laws. You will manage benefits enrollment, training, and employee relations while leveraging HRIS and payroll tools to support daily operations.

The role requires strong communication, data-driven HR practices, and experience with OSHA/workers’ compensation programs to maintain compliance and foster a positive manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in HR or a related field with 5–8 years supporting a manufacturing location.
• Experience supporting a multi-shift, hourly workforce.
• Knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping and workplace safety compliance.
• Experience with workers' compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred for workforce communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition efforts at the site, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Oversee orientation and training to integrate new hires smoothly.
• Enforce HR policies in compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Manage benefits enrollment and policy communication.
• Support change management initiatives and employee relations.
• Utilize HRIS/Time and Labor, payroll approvals, and benefits data.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across HR functions including workers’ compensation and OSHA reporting.
• Coordinate training and development programs to enhance workforce skills and safety.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and manage payroll and personnel records.

Skills

Recruiting strategies

HRIS systems

Employee relations

Payroll & benefits

Data analysis (Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

HRIS

Payroll software

Excel

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an energetic and highly organized Human Resources Generalist to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will handle day-to-day HR tasks, foster a positive workplace culture, and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Your expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR systems will empower our organization to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition efforts for the site by managing sourcing, conducting interviews, and coordinating onboarding processes to attract candidates.
• Oversee employee orientation and training to ensure new hires are seamlessly integrated into the organization.
• Enforce HR policies in compliance with employment & labor law, FMLA regulations, and HR legal standards.
• Manage benefits administration activities such as enrollments, and policy communication
• Support change management initiatives
• Handle employee relations issues with tact and professionalism while managing conflict resolution and fostering a positive work environment.
• Utilize HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) Time and Labor, New hire onboarding, Payroll approvals, and benefits.
• Ensure regulatory compliance management across all HR functions including workers’ compensation, and OSHA reporting
• Coordinate training & development programs aimed at enhancing workforce skills and safety.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while managing personnel administration tasks such as payroll processing and personnel records.

Experience

• Proven experience as an HR department professional with a strong background in human resources management and personnel administration.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly and effectively collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in recruiting strategies using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)
• Knowledge of employment law in talent management, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance management.
• Skilled in project management with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel data analysis preferred), HR systems (TA, Background check portals, HRIS), and data entry accuracy.
• Experience conducting interviews, performance evaluations, conflict management, and workplace injury procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in similar field, or associates degree with 5 to 8 year supporting a manufacturing location
• Experience supporting a multi-shift, hourly/production workforce
• Working knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping and workplace safety compliance
• Experience with workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) is strongly preferred for this role, as the HR Generalist will regularly supports a workforce with significant Spanish-speaking population, including conducting employee relations conversations, translating policy documentation, and delivering benefits and compliance communications in both languages.

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law