Human Resources Manager - Transportation & Industrial Operations

K & S Tire Recycling, Inc.; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

K&S Tire Recycling, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations for transportation, warehouse, and industrial recycling departments.

The ideal candidate will have strong employee relations, knowledge of Illinois employment law, and experience conducting workplace investigations and ensuring compliance. The role focuses on coordinating DOT/FMCSA driver documentation, managing payroll-related activities, and supporting management to improve accountability and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience in transportation, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial operations.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois employment laws and HR compliance; able to conduct investigations.
• Experience with payroll, benefits, and safety/compliance programs; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring, onboarding, employee relations, discipline, and terminations.
• Conduct workplace investigations and maintain documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Illinois and federal employment laws.
• Oversee employee files, handbook policies, and performance management.
• Coordinate DOT/FMCSA driver documentation and safety compliance.
• Review payroll, compensation agreements, attendance, and wage practices.
• Manage workers' compensation administration and employee claims.
• Partner with management to improve accountability and employee retention.

Skills

Employee relations

Illinois employment law

Workplace investigations

Compliance

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Independent work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

SHRM/PHR certification

Tools

Paychex

HRIS

Job description

K&S Tire Recycling is seeking an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations for our transportation, warehouse, and industrial recycling departments.

The ideal candidate is a confident HR professional with strong employee relations, Illinois employment law, workplace investigations, and compliance experience.

Human Resources Manager – Transportation & Industrial Operations

Job Description

K&S Tire Recycling is seeking an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations for our transportation, warehouse, and industrial recycling departments.

The ideal candidate is a confident HR professional with strong employee relations, Illinois employment law, workplace investigations, and compliance experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage hiring, onboarding, employee relations, discipline, and terminations.
• Conduct workplace investigations and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Illinois and federal employment laws.
• Oversee employee files, handbook policies, and performance management.
• Coordinate DOT/FMCSA driver documentation and safety compliance.
• Review payroll, compensation agreements, attendance, and wage practices.
• Manage workers' compensation administration and employee claims.
• Partner with management to improve accountability and employee retention.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in transportation, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial operations.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois employment laws and HR compliance.
• Proven experience handling investigations, discipline, and terminations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality.

Preferred: SHRM/PHR certification, Paychex experience, DOT/FMCSA knowledge, and bilingual English/Spanish skills.

K&S Tire Recycling is a growing tire recycling company serving customers throughout the Midwest. Our operation keeps millions of pounds of tires and recyclable materials out of landfills and puts those materials back to productive use.

We offer accrued paid time off, Retirement Savings through My Illinois Savings

Compensation is $32-38 hourly