Plant Human Resource Representative

CKS Packaging, Inc.; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick days

Bonus after eligibility period met

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

401k with company match

Job summary

CKS Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Human Resource Representative for our Urbana, IL location. The role will administer HR functions including payroll, benefits enrollment, policy compliance, and supporting plant staff with reporting needs.

Key duties include recruitment, employee relations, training, orientations, and maintaining HR records. A minimum of 3 years HR Generalist experience is preferred, preferably in manufacturing, with strong MS Office and HR software skills.

Qualifications

• High school/GED with HR coursework, seminars, or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist or similar role, high preference for a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of Labor Law and employment regulations.
• Efficient HR administration and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all internal and external HR-related matters.
• Lead at training on and carrying out organizational guidelines and procedures.
• Recommend strategies to motivate and retain employees.
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates thought multiple channels of recruiting and interviewing.
• Investigate complaints brought forward by employees and work with plant management to appropriately address.
• Coordinate employee development plans and performance management.
• Perform orientations for new hires and maintain updated records for all employees.
• Manage the organization’s employee database and prepare reports related to compensation, performance reviews, staffing and other related matters.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Plan and lead employee appreciation activities and rewards.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.
• Serve as a People Leader, Open and Cooperative Communication Leader, and a true Servant Leader.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

Recruitment

HR policies

Employee relations

Training & development

MS Office

HRIS

Education

High school/GED with HR coursework

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

Human Resource Representative Needed- Urbana, IL

This role will administer Human Resources functions, including but not limited to payroll administration, benefits enrollment and maintenance, policy/procedure compliance, helping maintain positive employee morale, employee appreciation events, recruitment activities, and assist plant staff in preparation of various reports (production, inventory, etc.).

(Please note if you are viewing this posting on an external job board, unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided hourly/salary estimates may not be accurate as they are not provided by CKS.).

What’s In it for You?

• Stable, growing organization with opportunity for future advancement of qualified candidates if successful in supervisory assignments
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Paid vacation, sick days, and bonus after eligibility period met
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits at modest employee contributions
• 401k participation with Company matching contributions upon completion of 30 days of employment

Responsibilities:

• Assist with all internal and external HR-related matters
• Lead at training on and carrying out organizational guidelines and procedures
• Recommend strategies to motivate and retain employees
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates thought multiple channels of recruiting and interviewing
• Investigate complaints brought forward by employees and work with plant management to appropriately address
• Coordinate employee development plans and performance management
• Perform orientations for new hires and maintain updated records for all employees
• Manage the organization’s employee database and prepare reports related to compensation, performance reviews, staffing and other related matters
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Plan and lead employee appreciation activities and rewards
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices
• Serve as a People Leader, Open and Cooperative Communication Leader, and a true Servant Leader

HR Generalist Requirements:

• High school/GED with HR coursework, seminars, or equivalent experience.
• Additional HR training, certification or education a plus
• 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist or similar role, high preference for a manufacturing setting
• Understanding of Labor Law and employment regulations
• Efficient HR administration and people management skills
• Excellent record-keeping skills
• Working knowledge of payroll-related time and attendance systems;
• Knowledge and/ training in HR functions and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience assisting in compliance with policies, procedures relating to work rules, nondiscrimination/Non Harassment; safety policies, etc.
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines
• Superb computer literacy with capability in email, MS Office and related HR software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Organizational and conflict management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Creative skills to help maintain/enhance positive employee relations environment.
• Willingness/ability to work occasionally on off-shifts or weekends
• Commitment to setting positive example for punctuality, reliability, dress-code and Good Manufacturing Practices