Senior HR Generalist
About The Position
The Sr. HR Generalist will provide leadership in the execution of HR Operations and support strategic HR initiatives. The Sr. HR Generalist will be a critical on-site HR partner to our frontline Supervisors and Managers, acting as a coach and confidant on topics including organizational effectiveness and change, talent acquisition, talent management and training / development, performance management, compensation, and employee relations. The ideal candidate must be self-driven, capable of working independently, and comfortable engaging with cross-functional leaders in a fast-paced, matrix environment. Strong communication, business acumen, and problem-solving skills are essential to support the HR team’s objectives and to provide meaningful partnership at the plant level.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Human Resources, Business, or Psychology preferred
- Minimum of 4+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience
- Experience supporting hourly or distribution/manufacturing environments strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to partner directly with frontline leaders and influence culture and behavior
- Strong employee relations, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building capability
- High level of discretion and sound judgment with confidential matters
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and continuous improvement mindset
Nice To Haves
- SHRM, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Site HR Leadership & Culture Serve as the on-site HR lead for the Elgin facility, providing consistent, visible, and trusted HR support to employees and leaders.
- Actively drive and reinforce a positive, inclusive, and accountable workforce culture aligned with ITW values and leadership expectations.
- Partner with site leadership to identify cultural strengths and opportunities and lead targeted engagement, communication, and change initiatives.
- Serve as a role model for strong leadership behaviors, employee advocacy, and respectful workplace practices.
- Leadership & Talent Partnership Be an active member of the Elgin site leadership team, contributing HR perspective to business decisions.
- Coach and support frontline supervisors and managers on: People leadership fundamentals Performance management and feedback Employee relations and conflict resolution Talent development and succession readiness
- Partner with leaders to identify and develop key talent, support internal movement, and strengthen frontline leadership capability.
- Day-to-Day HR Operations Provide day-to-day HR support across the employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, development, performance management, and separations.
- Lead and support employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.
- Support leave management processes, including workers’ compensation and disability coordination.
- Ensure consistent application of HR policies, practices, and employment law requirements.
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Partner with leaders to scope roles, support recruitment efforts, and advise on talent considerations.
- Coordinate recruiting efforts from requisition through offer acceptance.
- Lead on-site onboarding to ensure new hires experience a strong, welcoming, and engaging introduction to the organization.
- HR Systems, Compliance & Reporting Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS systems (hires, promotions, transfers, reviews, terminations).
- Prepare HR reports and workforce data to support decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, HR policies, and government reporting requirements.
- Partner with Safety and EHS leaders to support OSHA and safety-related initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
