Human Resources Generalist

Focal Point, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Disability insurance

Parental Leave

401K w/ company match

Job summary

A leading HR services provider located in Chicago is seeking a bilingual Human Resources Generalist to manage HR operations and support employees. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of HR experience, particularly in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include onboarding, employee relations, and compliance training. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000 plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in human resources, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience in HR management and employee relations is necessary.
• Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for HR-related inquiries.
• Coordinate Time and Attendance processes efficiently.
• Assist in employee benefits administration and compliance training.

Skills

Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Fluent in Spanish (verbal)

Strong management skills

Excellent organization skills

Detail oriented

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Focal Point has an immediate opening for a bilingual (Spanish) Human Resources Generalist to join a dynamic HR team! This position facilitates the coordination of all aspects of HR operations to support an employee-focused, high engagement and high-performance culture.

This role works with all levels of employees and management regarding Human Resources policies and practices to support company goals. Acts as a first point of contact for management and employees for HR related issues and requires the ability to communicate, consult and work with organizational leaders across a variety of departments.

• Act as first point of contact to plant employees in the use of human resource programs and processes.
• Address employee request, inquiries, and concerns; deliver prompt and appropriate counsel and guidance to employees including but not limited to Time and Attendance, PTO, HRIS navigation, benefit programs and employment verification.
• Assists as needed in employee benefit programs at the plant level. Explains benefit programs and instructs employees on how to enroll into programs.
• Prepare Unemployment claim responses under the direction of Manager.
• Maintain and manage all I-9 documentation including yearly audit.
• Coordinate all Data entry into Learning Management System - Learning with Legrand (LWL) for all trainings.
• Coordinate logistics and assist in delivery of mandatory compliance training programs (e.g., Anti-Harassment, Workplace Violence) for all plant employees.
• Participates in conducting internal investigations in accordance with Company policy and legal requirements.
• Support with planning and champions employee engagement events (i.e Service Awards, Perfect Attendance Recognition)
• Maintain and manage electronic employee personnel records.
• Enters and maintains HRIS database on all active/inactive Temp employees, including, but not limited to status changes, personal information, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, etc.
• Collaborate with the human resources team to develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Hiring and Related Duties including, Post and manage bid process and selection for all open hourly positions. Participate in the Recruiting, Interviewing, and selection process for hourly employees.
• Completes all necessary personnel forms, which includes, creating and maintaining personnel files, transmitting accurate and timely information to Payroll and ensure new hire checklist is completed.
• Conduct new hires orientation for Hourly Employees and/or Temp workforce.

Time and Attendance

• Administer Time and Attendance: coordinate all activities associated with Time and attendance. This includes editing, entering data, updating schedules, approving time, and processing retro-pay if necessary.
• Ensure Time and Attendance is accurately updated with daily and weekly verifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration or equivalent experience
• Must have 2-5 years of relevant experience; experience working in a manufacturing setting/environment strongly preferred
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal) and Spanish (verbal)
• Ability to work in an on-site manufacturing setting
• Strong management skills, detail oriented, flexible, able to prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent organization, administrative and creative problem-solving skills required; ability to analyze data strongly preferred
• Solid interpersonal and technical skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS systems) and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously are also essential
• Must be very approachable and able to develop strong professional relationships and foster involvement at all levels of organization with strong customer service skills
• Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 starting base plus bonus
• Summary of Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Disability, Parental Leave, 401K w/ company match

Focal Point is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.