HR Generalist

Smiths Group•Melrose Park, IL

About The Position

TUTCO, LLC, a leading manufacturer of heat strips and heating elements for the HVAC and appliance industries, is seeking an HR Administrator/Generalist to join its team at the new DRC Heat Transfer facility. The role supports daily human resources operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It maintains employee records, supports recruitment and onboarding, administers HR processes, and helps ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in human resources.
Well-developed interpersonal, communication, clerical, and organizational skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
Ability to compose letters, memos, and other correspondence.
Excellent computer skills with various PC-based software packages.
Fluency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with federal, Illinois state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Conduct investigations and provide recommendations on employee relations issues.
Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles.
Participate in business meetings and assist with resolving business challenges.
Support audits, reporting, and recordkeeping, including OSHA logs, EEO reporting, and I-9 compliance.
Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS systems.
Support workforce development initiatives and succession planning.
Facilitate onboarding and orientation for new hires.
Ensure HR data integrity and perform random compliance audits.
Direct and administer disciplinary actions and meetings for the plant location.
Coordinate and monitor the performance management program for timeliness and accuracy.
Assist in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.