Human Resources Generalist, Talent Acquisition

John B. Sanfilippo & Son - Elgin, IL

Full-time

Elgin, IL

Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry

About the position

The Human Resources Generalist, Talent Acquisition at JBSS is responsible for managing the full cycle recruitment process for both exempt and non-exempt positions at the corporate office. This role encompasses new hire orientations, internship program coordination, and serving as a point of contact for employee relations and HR support needs.

Responsibilities

• Directly recruit for all corporate office and operations leadership positions.
• Conduct recruitment strategy meetings with hiring managers.
• Review resumes and proactively source talent using internet job portals.
• Schedule and conduct interviews, seeking feedback, and manage the corporate applicant tracking process in UKG.
• Extend job offers and keep all related parties updated with regular check-ins.
• Facilitate onboarding by informing relevant parties about new hires.
• Align hiring managers on 30-60-90 day check-in items.
• Deliver new hire orientations and conduct post-hire check-ins with employees.
• Serve as the point of contact for assigned departments on all employee relations and human resources support needs.
• Engage recruiting firm partnerships as needed, secure agreements, and manage relationships and communications.
• Coordinate the summer internship program, apply best practices, and enhance the program year over year.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a position of responsibility and accountability for employee relations and/or labor relations.
• At least one year of experience managing full-cycle recruiting and onboarding within a hiring company, preferred.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a mature and professional manner.
• Highly analytical thinker and problem solver with proven attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Acts with a sense of urgency, high-quality judgment, and sound decision-making.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple projects to closure.
• Ability to build credibility and be a trusted resource to all.
• Demonstrated ability to take on and excel in roles with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Exhibits a growth mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to enhance role efficiency and professional development.
• Moderate to expert level skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.