About the Company:
Our client is a rapidly growing waste management / recycling organization who are looking to add a HR Manager to their team. They have enjoyed incredible growth in the last few years and are seeking a HR candidate with a background ideally within a similar sector to join their team as they continue their expansion.
We are looking for a candidate who has worked in the transportation sector for this role.
Reasons to Work Here:
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Strong medical / dental / vision
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Senior leadership role reporting into the CFO
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401k match
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Strong PTO
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Life insurance
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Office based role
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$90,000 - $110,000
We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our team in Chicago, IL (Pilsen neighborhood). Candidate must be knowledgeable in all aspects of Human Resources, including, but not limited to: recruitment/talent acquisition, training and development, employee relations, benefits, talent management, risk management, workers compensation and payroll administration (Paylocity).
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Demonstrate the ability to successfully build relationships at all levels of the organization
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Improve and maintain employee relations by building trust with the team and providing realistic recommendations to management team
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Maintain HR records to ensure compliance with all state and/or federal laws
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Manage the unemployment claims and represent the Company during unemployment hearings
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Communicate to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding employment-related policies, procedures, rules, laws, and regulations and ensures compliance
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Strong recruitment/talent acquisition skills; including job description development, resume sourcing, developing ads, interviewing, and placement of exempt and non-exempt employees at all levels of the organization
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Plan and conduct new employee orientation and develop a structured onboarding process
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Provide guidance and support to management team regarding performance management, including employee reviews and compensation reviews
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Provide guidance and support to management team during employee disciplinary actions, documentation, meetings, and terminations
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Develop and conduct training as necessary
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Be the employee point of contact for all benefits related questions and perform benefits administration during new employee orientation and open enrollment periods
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Participate in annual health insurance renewal process
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Utilize Worker’s Compensation knowledge to partner with Safety Manager as needed on investigations and claims management
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Handle the management of all Driver qualification files in accordance with Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier requirements
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Oversee the weekly payroll processing and serve as qualified backup to the process when necessary
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Maintain and continue to improve on Paylocity payroll implementation
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Maintain the company's organizational charts and provide weekly HR reporting to management team
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Represent the HR Department in any outside matters
Qualifications:
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Minimum of three years of experience in an HR generalist position
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
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Familiarity with employment laws and regulations, including Title VII, ADEA, ADAAA, ERISA, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, and COBRA
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Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to exercise discretion and good ethical judgment in interpreting and applying company policies to issues and problems
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Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
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Familiarity with applicant tracking systems
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Familiarity with Payroll and Timekeeping Systems (Paylocity)
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Previous DOT experience is a plus
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Experience working in an industrial work environment
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Certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
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Familiarity with employment laws and regulations in Texas, Indiana, Florida and Tennessee would be a plus
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Ability to work in a high pressure environment with changing priorities
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Complete assigned duties and meet required deadlines
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