Human Resources Generalist

Venteon; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking an HR Generalist to support Human Resources activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role works closely with plant leadership and employees, providing hands-on support across employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compliance and general HR administration.

Responsibilities include day-to-day HR support for hourly and salaried employees, investigations, onboarding, HR reporting and liaison with plant management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of HR Generalist or similar HR experience.
• Experience supporting hourly and salaried employees.
• Experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support for hourly and salaried employees.
• Assist with employee relations, investigations and disciplinary matters.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding activities.
• Coordinate new employee orientation.
• Administer FMLA, leaves of absence and employee benefit inquiries.
• Maintain employee records and HR system information.
• Support workforce changes including transfers, layoffs and recalls.
• Assist with HR policies, procedures and employee handbook administration.
• Support EEO, affirmative action and other employment compliance requirements.
• Coordinate employee training and development activities.
• Prepare recurring HR reports and workforce information.
• Partner with plant managers and supervisors on employee and HR-related matters.
• Support employee engagement programs and plant events.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruiting

HR administration

Timekeeping systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Our client is looking for a HR Generalist to support Human Resources activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will work closely with plant leadership and employees while providing hands‑on support across employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compliance and general HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support for hourly and salaried employees
• Assist with employee relations, investigations and disciplinary matters
• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding activities
• Coordinate new employee orientation
• Administer FMLA, leaves of absence and employee benefit inquiries
• Maintain employee records and HR system information
• Support workforce changes including transfers, layoffs and recalls
• Assist with HR policies, procedures and employee handbook administration
• Support EEO, affirmative action and other employment compliance requirements
• Coordinate employee training and development activities
• Prepare recurring HR reports and workforce information
• Partner with plant managers and supervisors on employee and HR-related matters
• Support employee engagement programs and plant events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field preferred
• 3+ years of Human Resources Generalist or similar HR experience
• Experience supporting hourly and salaried employees
• Strong employee relations and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with HRIS/timekeeping systems
• Manufacturing or plant HR experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work effectively with employees and leadership at all levels