People Operations Coordinator

Lippert; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippert is seeking a human resources professional for its Chicago plant Freedman by Lippert to support the HR department, answer team questions, and drive engagement. The role partners with leaders to create a premier work environment and serves employees with payroll and benefits support.

Primary duties include onboarding, recruitment support, training coordination, and recognizing employee achievements. The position emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in a human resources department.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• 1 year of experience in a role requiring strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask with different requirements.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and fosters a healthy work environment; raises awareness of available programs to assist Team Members.
• Answers Team Member questions related to HR policy; provides written and verbal communications to Team Members in a confidential manner.
• Advises leaders on people issues, elevating complex issues to Representative or Leader.
• Provides payroll assistance; conducts weekly audits, reports and assists in clearing exceptions; communicates with third party staffing agencies regarding payroll; answers Team Member questions regarding payroll.
• Reports on online training completion and assists Team Members in completing assigned courses.
• Acts as on-site contact for Leaves of Absence.
• Conducts new hire orientation and has shared responsibility in onboarding process.
• Participates in recruitment and interview processes.
• Assists Team Members with enrolling in benefits, including presenting open enrollment meetings.
• Responsible for collaboratively implementing team member recognition programs and fostering engagement.
• Assists in internal and external marketing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Customer service orientation

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Lippert is seeking a human resources professional for its Chicago plant Freedman by Lippert to support the HR department, answer team questions, and drive engagement. The role partners with leaders to create a premier work environment and serves employees with payroll and benefits support.

Primary duties include onboarding, recruitment support, training coordination, and recognizing employee achievements. The position emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and strong communication.