Senior Human Resources Generalist

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc.; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support hourly and salaried staffing, benefits administration, and labor relations.

You will manage onboarding, performance processes, and records to ensure compliance with laws and corporate policies. The role involves collaborating with manufacturing leadership, recruiters, and safety teams to promote a positive workplace culture, safety programs, and timely communications across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• SHRM-CP, PHR or SPHR certification a plus.
• Strong communication and MS Office skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tasks to administer and execute HR programs including hourly compensation, benefits, leaves, corrective actions, employee relations, disputes, investigations, and performance management.
• Handles employment inquiries from hourly employees, including complex matters.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates hiring for hourly and salaried roles.
• Maintains accurate personnel files and attendance records.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and recommended practices.
• Manages company communications and postings throughout the building.
• Oversees candidate-to-employee experience from job descriptions to onboarding through 90 days.
• Manages temp labor with agencies and department heads, including payroll approvals.
• Assists with cultural initiatives, wellness activities, and engagement opportunities.
• Supports a healthy and safe work environment by following regulations and reporting hazards.

Skills

Effective communicator

Microsoft Suite

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR/psychology

SHRM-CP/PHR/SPHR certification (plus)

Job description

Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to hourly compensation, benefits, and leaves; corrective actions; employee relations; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; recognition; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

• Handles employment-related inquiries from hourly employees which may include complex and/or sensitive matters.

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates hiring of qualified hourly and salaried job applicants for open positions.

• Maintain accurate record keeping such as personnel files, attendance records, etc.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Manages company communications by ensuring employee notices are current and posted throughout the building via communication boards and TV.

• Management of the candidate to employee experience from obtaining job descriptions, recruiting, and onboarding through the first 90 days.

• Manages all temp labor while working closely with the temp agencies and department heads to include approving payroll each week.

• Assist with cultural improvement initiatives, wellness activities, and internal employee engagement opportunities.

• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

Critical Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field of HR, Psychology, Sociology, etc. preferred or equivalent years of experience

• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment.

• SHRM-CP, PHR or SPHR certification a plus.

• Effective communicator with clear, consistent messaging both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to effectively work with Microsoft Suite.

• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to exemplify professional behavior and confidentiality in all aspects of the position.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Self-directed with an ability to prioritize projects, combined with the ability to provide and receive direction.

• Flexibility in work hours due to 1 st and 2 nd shifts.

From $85,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

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