Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job Description:

Senior Human Resources Generalist

14050 W Lambs Ln, Libertyville, IL 60048, USA

Full-time

Company Description

ITW Construction provides a variety of fastening systems and truss products for the commercial, residential, and remodeling/renovation segments. With products manufactured at locations around the globe serving markets in North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and Australia.

As a central component of ITW’s Construction segment the Global Tool Unit (GTU) innovates, develops, and manufactures best-in-class power fastening systems for the global marketplace, serving construction markets in North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand, and Australia. Our highly differentiated systems are specified to be used in a variety of applications including wood framing, wood trim, and steel to concrete installations

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

SUMMARY

The Senior Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the daily operational and administrative support for a broad range of responsibilities to support the overall HR function relating to all phases of the employee life cycles (e.g. hiring, onboarding, training, employee relations, talent management, and offboarding). Additionally, this role will work to build a business partner relationship with the division’s Operations function. Finally, this role also needs to provide technical expertise in the HR systems, reporting and analytical support using market data and trends, and a basic understanding of employment law and compliance.

Job Description

The major responsibilities and competencies of this role include:

• BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP: Cultivate internal relationships with all levels of employees across multiple functions, with a particular emphasis on Operations, manage relationships strategically and ensure the delivery of employee-centric solutions to reduce complexity and support the employee experience.
• EMPLOYEE LIFE CYCLE SUPPORT: Work with functional leaders to manage talent acquisition activities, onboarding/offboarding, goal setting, performance management mid-year and annual performance reviews, and the compensation planning process.
• ACTION ORIENTED: Identify opportunities that positively impact the business through effective time management, knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance regulations, and application to HR strategy. Analyze data to recommend process, policy, and practice improvements.
• COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY: Adjust communication styles and use of technology tools to ensure that communication conveys the appropriate and desired outcomes. Engage in difficult conversations and maintain the appropriate level of confidentiality in a variety of situations.
• PLAN AND ALIGN: Identify and focus on the highest priorities to support front-end clarity to reinforce strategic organizational and HR objectives while also ensuring daily operational tasks and responsibilities are completed accurately and timely.
• MANAGE COMPLEXITY & AMBIGUITY: Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to achieve HR strategic objectives. Recommend and make data driven decisions within the HR function. Maintain awareness of market dynamics and trends impacting HR practices. Input and maintain employee data in the HRIS. Manage disability, leave, workman’s comp, and wellness processes.
• LOGICAL DECISION-MAKING: Demonstrate ability to collect data that applies to HR strategies, drive simplification within the HR function, leverage and apply relevant data to situations, and be able to partner with others to resolve complex issues strategically which impact current and future business needs.
• CHAMPION CULTURE: Perform HR functions in keeping with ITW values and develop and maintain a working knowledge and use of the ITW toolbox.
• Other duties may be assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree
• 3 years of HR Generalist experience
• HR qualification (PHR/SHRM-CP) and experience in a manufacturing setting preferred
• Strong written/verbal communication skills, with demonstrated good listening skills
• Independent and organized work style: effectively managing and prioritizing workload, able to assume and manage multiple tasks without close supervision, adaptable to change, and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Strong technical skills/aptitude: Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word and Excel).
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday preferred)
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information.
• Ability to travel 10% travel
  
  

Please note that depending on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, the position title may be amended to Human Resources Generalist, with commensurate compensation.

Compensation Information:

The compensation package for the role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $75K - $100K annually.