HR Manager

HR Manager Elgin, IL Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $110,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Employee onboarding Spanish Strategic management Oracle Management FMLA Employment law Data reporting HR legal compliance Employee retention Full cycle recruiting Performance management Bachelor's degree in business administration Administrative experience Personnel records management Talent pipeline development Bachelor's degree Human Resource Management Senior Professional in Human Resources Staff training Employee relations management Implementing HR recruitment processes Data entry SHRM Certified Professional Professional In Human Resources Business Administration Human Resources Manufacturing SHRM Senior Certified Professional Employee engagement SAP ERP Senior level 4 years Onboarding process management Business Leadership Manufacturing company experience Occupational safety program implementation Communication skills Payroll processing Strategic thinking in HR leadership Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Full Job Description Description:

Middleby Food Processing is looking for a HR Manager to support Middleby Packaging Solutions LLC In Elgin, IL. This role is responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, and administration of safety programs. In addition to core HR responsibilities, this position will assist with general administrative support and ensure alignment with corporate HR initiatives and company-wide objectives.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Oversight Alignment:

Collaborate with plant leadership to implement initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture across all assigned sites.

Compliance & Policy:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, etc.) and corporate policies.

Performance Management:

Oversee the implementation and monitoring of performance management processes, including annual reviews, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), and complex disciplinary actions.

Manufacturing Talent & Recruitment Talent Acquisition:

Lead full-cycle recruitment for hourly production, skilled trades, and professional/technical roles, ensuring a steady pipeline for multiple facilities.

Orientation & Onboarding:

Standardize and facilitate new hire orientation programs to ensure consistency in training and culture integration across the region.

TPS Management:

Manage Third-Party Service (TPS) relationships effectively to ensure delivery.

Employee Relations & Benefits Managerial Guidance:

Provide expert counsel to site managers and employees on sensitive relations issues, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies across different locations.

Benefits Administration:

Serve as the point of contact for complex inquiries regarding benefits and policies.

Operations, Payroll & Safety Data Integrity:

Maintain accurate employee records and oversee HRIS data entry. Conduct timekeeping audits and process payroll.

Reporting:

Compile and analyze HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, labor costs) to provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

Safety & Risk:

Administer safety programs and assist with corporate-driven audits, policy rollouts, and safety initiatives to maintain a "Safety First" culture. Other duties as assigned Middleby Packaging Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Benefits:

Health insurance Health Savings Account w/ ER contribution Flexible Spending Account w/ ER contribution Dental Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Life insurance Paid holidays Paid time off 401k Vision insurance

Principals Only Please Requirements:

Experience:

Minimum 8+ years of progressive HR experience, being "on-site" and hands-on with internal customers.

Industry Expertise:

At least 4 years of experience leading the HR function specifically within a Manufacturing environment .

Specialized Recruitment:

Minimum 4 years of experience recruiting skilled manufacturing labor and technical/engineering staff.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Legal Knowledge:

Solid, up-to-date understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.

Communication:

Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with extreme discretion across multiple stakeholder groups.

Preferred Qualifications Labor Relations:

Experience working with unions or maintaining positive union-free environments.

System Proficiency:

Advanced experience with

ERP/HRIS

systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, ADP) specifically for tracking production labor hours.

Language:

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.

Certification:

PHR, SPHR, or

SHRM-CP/SCP

certification.