Senior HR Leader — Hybrid, Talent Development & Engagement

CFS; Park Ridge (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visible leadership role

Senior leadership exposure

Hybrid schedule: 1 remote day/week

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

CFS is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Park Ridge, IL, to lead HR operations and act as a trusted partner to senior leadership. The role covers employee relations, talent management, engagement, compliance, and team development while supporting HR initiatives across the organization.

The ideal candidate is hands-on with strong employee relations skills, sound judgment, and the ability to coach leaders, develop employees, and drive consistent HR practices across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Admin or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience leading or supervising HR staff.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with corporate leaders on employee relations, performance management, workplace investigations, and policy interpretation.
• Lead employee engagement, retention, recognition, and talent development initiatives.
• Oversee corporate recruiting, workforce planning, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and maintain consistent HR policies and practices.
• Support compensation administration, annual merit processes, and coordination with payroll and benefits.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR staff.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

Leadership coaching

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

CFS is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Park Ridge, IL, to lead HR operations and act as a trusted partner to senior leadership. The role covers employee relations, talent management, engagement, compliance, and team development while supporting HR initiatives across the organization.

The ideal candidate is hands-on with strong employee relations skills, sound judgment, and the ability to coach leaders, develop employees, and drive consistent HR practices across the company.