Strategic HR Partner for Union Manufacturing

Sun-Chemical; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Sun Chemical, a leader in packaging and graphic solutions, seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to support the Northlake, Illinois manufacturing facility. You will partner with operations, employees, and union leadership to drive employee engagement, labor relations, and business success.

The role requires 3–5 years HR management experience, a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, and strong knowledge of employment law. On-site at Northlake with competitive benefits and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of HR management experience.
• 2 years of HR experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the Northlake manufacturing facility.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, recruiting, retention, and succession planning initiatives.
• Lead employee and labor relations activities and serve as the primary liaison with union leadership.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, investigations, accommodations, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Support talent acquisition efforts, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for exempt and professional roles.
• Manage day-to-day labor relations processes, including grievances, job bidding, and collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Participate in labor contract negotiations and proposal development.
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, company policies, and Affinity Action requirements.
• Represent Sun Chemical within the local community through participation in business and charitable organizations.

Skills

HR management

Labor relations

Employee relations

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Oracle

iCIMS

Job description

Sun Chemical, a leader in packaging and graphic solutions, seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to support the Northlake, Illinois manufacturing facility. You will partner with operations, employees, and union leadership to drive employee engagement, labor relations, and business success.

The role requires 3–5 years HR management experience, a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, and strong knowledge of employment law. On-site at Northlake with competitive benefits and community involvement.