HR Business Partner Union Manufacturing

Sun Chemical Corporation • Northlake, IL

4d • $85,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Sun Chemical is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner Union Manufacturing to serve as the primary Human Resources partner for its Northlake, Illinois manufacturing facility. The site HR leader will support employees and management while helping shape workforce strategies and maintaining positive labor relations. The role partners closely with operations leaders, employees, and union leadership to advance employee engagement, labor relations, talent development, and business success.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Master's degree in HR or Labor Relations.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle, or iCIMS.
• Experience in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.

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 Affirmative Action requirements.
• Represent Sun Chemical within the local community through participation in business and charitable organizations.

Benefits

• Merit increases
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level