Human Resources - Human Resources Generalist

Grecian Delight Foods; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

EAP

Job summary

Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods is seeking an on-site HR Generalist for our Elk Grove Village, IL facilities, reporting to the Director of Human Resources. You will support employee relations, staffing, onboarding, benefits, payroll, and timekeeping while maintaining visibility on the production floor.

The role requires 3+ years of HR Generalist experience in manufacturing, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and FLSA.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR Generalist experience in manufacturing
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required
• Experience conducting employee investigations and disciplinary meetings desired
• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Illinois employment requirements
• Strong communication, confidentiality and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain an approachable presence on the production floor across shifts and coach supervisors
• Advise on policy application, leaves, discipline and grievance procedures
• Lead or support investigations, disciplinary meetings and terminations with proper documentation
• Support union labor relations and collective bargaining agreement proceedings
• Coordinate staffing, onboarding, and payroll support; respond to questions about policies and benefits

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Employee investigations

Policy guidance

HR compliance

Payroll support

Documentation & records

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods (“GDK”) stands at the forefront as a premier provider of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Our portfolio, featuring gyros, specialty meats, pitas, flatbreads, tzatziki, hummus, spreads, falafel, ready-to-eat and plant-based proteins, along with value-added bakery products, reflects our commitment to quality and authenticity. Serving over 400 foodservice distributors, 30,000 independent and national chain restaurants, and marking our presence in the top 40 U.S. retailers, we continue to enrich dining experiences with the flavors of the Mediterranean.

We are seeking an on-site HR Generalist at our Elk Grove Village and/or Glendale Heights, IL facilities, reporting to the Director of Human Resources. As a trusted resource and coach for employees and plant leaders in our fast-paced food manufacturing environment, you will support employee relations, staffing, onboarding, benefits, timekeeping, and payroll while maintaining a regular presence on the production floor. The role requires a flexible 45–50-hour workweek, support across shifts, and travel between sites as needed.

What you will do…

• Maintain an approachable presence on the production floor across shifts, build relationships with employees and plant leaders, and follow PPE and GMP requirements in production areas that can be cold, noisy, and near moving equipment.
• Advise and coach supervisors on consistent policy application, progressive discipline, documentation, leaves of absence, and collective bargaining agreement procedures.
• Lead or support employee investigations, disciplinary meetings, and terminations; maintain clear, timely and confidential documentation.
• Support union labor relations by applying collective bargaining agreement provisions, tracking issues, and assisting with grievances and responses within required timelines.
• Partner with Operations on headcount planning, temporary labor requests, staffing agency coordination, recruiting, and onboarding.
• Respond to employee questions about policies, Dayforce, benefits and pay; provide backup payroll support and resolve timekeeping or pay discrepancies.
• Manage personnel documentation, leave notices and compliance deadlines, employment verifications, HR reporting, and related administrative processes.
• Administer unemployment claims and help coordinate leaves, disability, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work activities.
• Keep the Director of Human Resources informed of sensitive or emerging matters, with timely updates through resolution.
• Support employment compliance, employee engagement and retention; take initiative to address recurring issues and improve HR processes.

What you will bring…

• Associate or bachelor’s degree required, with 3+ years of HR Generalist experience supporting manufacturing operations and coaching supervisors or managers.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required.
• Hands-on experience conducting employee investigations and disciplinary meetings required; experience in a unionized workplace preferred.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and applicable Illinois employment requirements.
• Leadership presence, strong judgment, initiative, communication, conflict-resolution, attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality skills; able to influence plant leadership confidently.
• Strong administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and keep accurate, timely records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems; Dayforce experience a plus.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or comparable HR certification a plus.
• Comfort with new technology and company-approved tools, including appropriate AI tools, while protecting sensitive information.

As members of the GDK family, we seek individuals who resonate with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Your alignment with these core values enables us to maintain our legacy of excellence and innovation. We encourage you to embrace our commitment to customer satisfaction, ownership, leadership, and competitive spirit. Together, we will continue to bring the rich flavors of the Mediterranean to the world, fostering a culture of respect, growth, and shared success.

Our Vision

Continue to be the leader in Greek, Mediterranean and inspired world cuisine. We strive to have every table or menu in the world serving up our delicious flavors.

Our Mission

To be top of mind with our customers as the preferred and trusted company of choice, by delivering mutual value, and acting with a sense of urgency.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centricity: Put the customer at the heart of the business,
• Ownership and Empathy: Act like owners, think like customers,
• Conscious leadership: Leading with awareness, kindness, and courage,
• Competitive Spirit: Playing to win.

Why work with us…

At Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods, we understand that fulfilling our mission involves a blend of innovation and reverence for tradition—a challenge that demands exceptional dedication from our team. We hold high expectations, but we are equally committed to supporting our employees. This commitment is reflected in our pledge to provide a respectful work environment, fair compensation, and abundant opportunities for professional growth. Our community standards are built on the pillars of equal employment opportunities, respectful dialogue and actions, integrity, and accountability

What we offer…

• Highly competitive compensation and bonus programs
• Medical, Dental and Vision options for you and your family
• Safe-harbor 401(k) Plan with generous matching and immediate vesting
• Life, AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability Programs
• Health, Dependent Care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account Contributions
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Paid Vacations and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Target Base Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus of up to 10%.