HR Administrator/Generalist at Smiths Group — Chicago, IL

Job Summary:

The HR Administrator/Generalist plays a key role in supporting daily human resources operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for maintaining employee records, supporting recruitment and onboarding efforts, administering HR processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensures 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.
• Actively participate in business meetings, and assist with the resolution of business challenges.
• Supports audits, reporting, and recordkeeping (e.g., OSHA logs, EEO reporting, I-9 compliance).
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS systems.
• Support workforce development initiatives and succession planning.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.

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• Ensure HR data integrity, and perform random audits for compliance.
• Direct and administer disciplinary actions and disciplinary meetings for plant location.
• Coordinate and monitor performance management program for timeliness and accuracy.
• Assist in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement