Human Resources Generalist

$75,000 - $80,000/Yr

S&S Truck Parts - Schaumburg, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Schaumburg, IL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The S&S HR Generalist position is responsible for aligning business objectives with teammates and management in designated business units. This role encompasses generalist responsibilities with a significant emphasis on recruiting. The HR Generalist will formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added services to management and teammates that reflect the business objectives of the organization. A key responsibility will be to vet top talent for the organization, ensuring that the right candidates are selected to meet the company's needs. In addition to recruitment, the HR Generalist will maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, midrange plans, culture, and competition. This knowledge will enable the HR Generalist to provide informed guidance and support to management and employees alike. The position will also involve managing the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and departing employees. The HR Generalist will work closely with management to identify hiring needs, conduct weekly meetings with respective business units, and consult with line management to provide HR guidance when appropriate. Analyzing trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group will be essential to develop solutions, programs, and policies that enhance the overall HR function. The role will also require managing and resolving complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough investigations, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements related to employee management. Furthermore, the HR Generalist will provide performance management guidance, assist in workforce planning and succession planning, and identify training needs for business units. Participation in the evaluation and monitoring of training programs will be necessary to ensure their success, along with following up to meet training objectives. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ability to screen and source talent for the organization.
• Set up face-to-face interviews for managers.
• Attend and participate in job fairs and networking recruiting events and sessions.
• Perform background screenings and employment history verifications.
• Own the onboarding and offboarding processes full cycle between the candidate/teammate and the business.
• Work as a liaison between HR and the business to identify hiring needs.
• Conduct weekly meetings with respective business units.
• Consult with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Provide guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Identify training needs for business units.
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success.
• Follow up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or Human Resources, strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience working on a knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines; employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment, strongly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance