hr manager.northbrook, illinoisposted 1 day ago job detailssummary$125,000 - $140,000 per yearpermanentbachelor degreecategoryoffice and administrative support occupations reference AB_5037000 job details The Opportunity Leading food manufacturer seeking a proactive, people-focused HR Manager to join our corporate office team. While we focus on the food industry, this is an office-based corporate role, providing high-level support for our administrative and field staff. You will be the "heartbeat" of our North American employee experience, ensuring that our team members feel supported, trained, and aligned from their very first day through to their exit.

Requirements Experience:

 5+ years of experience in an HR Manager role, ideally within a corporate or professional office environment supporting food. Candidates must have experience overseeing multiple business lines. Merger and acquisition experience is a must, as the company has a growth through acquisition path that has already begun.

Global experience:

 Day-one remit covers both the US and Mexico, and this role need someone who has operated across borders before.

Education:

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

HR Knowledge:

 Firm grasp of employment law, onboarding procedures, and performance management best practices. This person will be creating, and leading, the continued education and training schedules for all employees.

Tech Proficiency:

Experience with HRIS software (e.g., ADP, Workday, and NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to build rapport with diverse personalities, maintain strict confidentiality, and handle sensitive employee situations with high emotional intelligence. Why Join Us?

Professional Growth:

We are a stable, growing company that values internal mobility. We want you to build a long-term career here. Opportunities for growth are present in the organization.

Collaborative Environment:

Work in a corporate setting where your input on employee experience actually matters.

Competitive Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and a hybrid-friendly work environment. Are you ready to elevate our employee experience? If you are an organized, empathetic HR professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced corporate environment, please submit your resume for consideration.

Impact:

You will be directly responsible for the daily morale and operational success of our corporate workforce.

salary:

$125,000 - $140,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5

PMeducation:

BachelorsResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities Onboarding & Offboarding:

Own the full employee lifecycle, from facilitating seamless new-hire orientations and paperwork to conducting exit interviews and managing offboarding logistics.

Training & Scheduling:

 Procure, coordinate and schedule professional development workshops and compliance training; track attendance and ensure all employees remain up-to-date with company requirements.

Workload Monitoring:

Partner with department managers to review team capacity, identify potential bottlenecks, and ensure workload distribution is sustainable and fair.

Employee Connect & Relations:

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and feedback. Act as an advocate to foster a positive, inclusive office culture and handle conflict resolution with empathy and professionalism. Discover potential burnout before it happens.

Operational HR:

Maintain accurate employee records, assist with HRIS data entry, and support ad-hoc administrative projects to keep our operations running efficiently. SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsHRMSHRISPhonesSCREENINGProblem SolvingHandling Confidential InformationMultiple BUOnboardingOff-BoardingTraining CurriculumBusiness operationsOral CommunicationOutsourcing (2 years of experience is required)PayrollADP (2 years of experience is preferred)Netsuite (2 years of experience is preferred)Employee RelationsPayroll Accounting & BenefitsInternational ComplianceMultiple Business LinesFood ManufacturingSystems SupportCoachingOrganizationPrioritizingWorking IndependentlyDecision MakingPlanningAdapting to ChangeWritten CommunicationQualificationsYears of experience: 6 yearsExperience level: ManagerRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.