Human Resources Generalist

Sun Chemical; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Chemical seeks an HR Generalist to support the Rockdale, IL manufacturing site and collaborate with site leaders to drive engagement and a high-performing workforce. You will respond to employee relations issues, assist with recruitment, onboarding, and the design of development programs, while ensuring compliant HR practices.

The role will travel up to 25% to other sites, support HRIS processes, data reporting, and HR projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of five years in human resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, an HRIS, and automated time/attendance platform.
• Strong talent acquisition experience and employee advocate mindset.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy guidance and handle employee relations issues and investigations.
• Support management with labor relations and participate in contract negotiations.
• Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Manage talent acquisition, onboarding, and recruitment activities.
• Design and implement employee development programs and training.
• Ensure HR compliance, analyze data, and support HR projects; manage HRIS processes.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Integrity & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)

Tools

MS Office Suite

HRIS

Automated time & attendance

SAP SuccessFactors

WorkForce Software

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role supporting the success of our business by providing comprehensive human resources support to assigned manufacturing sites. The HR Generalist will primarily support the Rockdale, IL site but will also help support the HR function in other assigned manufacturing sites. This role will partner closely with leaders to drive employee engagement and build a high-performing workforce.

Travel Requirement: up to 25%, to other assigned locations to provide HR support

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Employee Relations:

• Provide general guidelines regarding company policies, procedures and practices to employees.
• Oversee employee relations issues, disciplinary meetings, and investigations, including disciplinary actions, terminations and conflict resolutions to ensure fair and consistent application of company policies.
• Provide guidance and support to management and other staff as complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations of wrongdoings and terminations.
• May assist HR Manager with day-to-day labor relations issues and actively participate in contract negotiations for assigned unionized manufacturing sites.
• Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives.

Talent Acquisition:

• Partner with the Global Talent Management team to manage the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees.
• Collaborate with the Total Rewards team to research and propose base and incentive pay programs to ensure competitive pay and benefits packages.
• Analyze compensation data and make recommendations for adjustments.

Employee Development:

• Design and implement employee learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops as needed.

HR Compliance, Data and Projects:

• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Analyze HR data and generate reports to track key metrics and identify trends.
• Participate in and support various HR projects and initiatives including performance management, succession planning, continuous improvement.
• Manage HRIS processes for assigned areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in human resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, an HRIS and automated time and attendance platform
• Strong Talent Acquisition experience and employee advocate mindset
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to make effective decisions, seek to find solutions to problems and make recommendations, work independently and understand when to escalate to management
• This position will require some travel to other assigned locations to provide HR support

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)
• Proficiency with SAP SuccessFactors and WorkForce Software
• Some knowledge of labor relations and union support
• Experience supporting multiple sites
• HR experience within a manufacturing environment

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.