HR Generalist

Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL•Elk Grove Village, IL

19d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Weiss-Aug is seeking an HR Generalist for its Elk Grove Village, Illinois location. The role helps align human resources practices and initiatives with organizational goals and supports business performance through people management, organizational development, talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. The HR Generalist partners with division leadership and the Corporate Recruiter, supports employees and managers, and maintains HR systems and compliance. Weiss-Aug is a precision manufacturing and engineering company serving industrial and commercial sectors, with facilities across the U.S. and Mexico.

Requirements

3–5 years of HR Generalist experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well as a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Knowledge of payroll/HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ADP, or similar systems.

Nice To Haves

HR Generalist experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or production environment.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Partner with the leadership team to execute the division’s human resources and talent strategy, particularly for current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Ensure performance evaluations are completed on time and provide constructive feedback when needed.
Work with the Corporate Recruiter to recruit, interview, and facilitate hiring for open positions; collaborate with departmental managers to identify required skills and competencies.
Onboard new hires and support their transition into the organization.
Conduct division open enrollment meetings and assist employees with questions.
Collaborate with the VP of HR on competitive salaries and attracting and retaining talent.
Manage employee relations, including coaching supervisors and managers on progressive discipline processes.
Organize company events to foster employee engagement and morale.
Manage grants and other training programs, ensuring training is arranged and attended.
Update the Paylocity HR system as required.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommended practices; review policies and practices for compliance.
Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.