Senior Human Resources Generalist - R2401694

Medline Industries - Northfield, IL

Part-time - Mid Level

Northfield, IL

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Human Resources Generalist at Medline Industries, Inc. plays a crucial role in providing guidance and solutions on various human resources operational issues. This position operates under limited supervision and partners closely with management to facilitate the effective delivery of HR services. The Senior HR Generalist is responsible for ensuring that the organization's current HR requirements are met while implementing the HR strategy effectively. This role serves as a primary contact for employees, addressing their inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures, thereby fostering a supportive work environment. In this role, the Senior HR Generalist will develop and execute positive employee relations initiatives, coaching both employees and managers on the correct interpretation and administration of company HR policies. They will assess the internal employee climate and work with managers to identify and implement actions that enhance or maintain a positive employee relations environment. Additionally, the Senior HR Generalist will partner with HR management to conduct local level investigations and resolve team member issues, conduct exit interviews, and provide feedback to management. They may also represent the company at unemployment hearings when necessary. The Senior HR Generalist will act as a liaison between Talent Acquisition and management in the recruitment and selection of candidates. They will collaborate with local managers to determine training needs, compile data, analyze training requirements, and recommend training programs to support employee and management development. Ensuring an effective onboarding process for new employees is also a key responsibility. Moreover, this position requires the Senior HR Generalist to ensure internal consistency in administering job evaluations and compensation programs, facilitating organization development, and assisting local managers with salary and wage administration to ensure pay consistency and equity. Compliance with federal, state, and local employment requirements is paramount, and the Senior HR Generalist will support affirmative action programs and maintain current work authorizations. The role also involves supporting the leave of absence process in partnership with the corporate Leave of Absence team and management, including team member accommodations and communication. Additionally, the Senior HR Generalist will assist managers with the administration of Workers Compensation policies and procedures, taking a lead role in ensuring that employees are returned to work as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute positive employee relations initiatives.
• Coach employees and managers on correct interpretation and administration of Company HR policy.
• Assist management in maintaining positive employee relations.
• Assess the internal employee climate and counsel with managers to implement actions that improve employee relations.
• Partner with HR management in conducting local level investigations and resolving team member issues.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to management.
• Represent the company at unemployment hearings when needed.
• Act as liaison between Talent Acquisition and management in recruitment and selection of candidates.
• Work with local managers to determine training needs and recommend training programs.
• Ensure effective new employee onboarding process.
• Administer job evaluations and compensation programs to ensure internal consistency and equity.
• Assist local managers with salary and wage administration.
• Ensure HR operations comply with federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Support affirmative action programs and maintain current work authorizations.
• Support the leave of absence process in partnership with corporate teams.
• Assist managers with administration of Workers Compensation policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 4 years of HR Generalist experience demonstrating knowledge of HR practices, legal rules, and regulations.
• Experience applying knowledge of federal and state employment laws to assess compliance issues.
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing, organizing, and tracking details.

Nice-to-haves

• PHR or SPHR certification.

Benefits

• Health and well-being benefits.
• Financial fitness programs.
• Career development opportunities.
• Paid time off options.