Location

Relocation

Description

Human Resource Manager Chicago

Summary

Our client is a 100 yr old food manufacturer based in Chicago, IL with over 100 full time employees. Reporting to the CEO, they are looking to hire a Human Resources Manager to be responsible for the HR function including: directing the planning, development, implementation, administration, and budgeting all of the Human Resources functions, including but not limited to the following: employment, recruitment, employee relations, EEO, compensation/benefits, and organizational development. Develop and drive creative HR initiatives and activities. Advise company management in Human Resources policy and program matters.

Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Developing and administering various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; participating in developing department goals, objectives, and systems • Implementing and annually updating compensation programs; conducting annual salary surveys and developing merit pool (salary budget), analyzing compensation, and monitoring performance review program and revising as necessary • Developing, recommending, and implementing personnel policies and procedures, preparing and maintaining Employee Handbook
• Performing benefit administration to include claims resolution, invoice approval, and annual re-evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness, information activities program, and cash flow • Developing and implementing strategic recruitment plan; ensuring selection of highly qualified personnel
• Onboarding and orientation of new hires to company systems, policies, general operating procedures and culture
• Work with the management team on staffing, employee development, training initiatives
• Identifying and clarifying employee issues and implementing solutions, including coaching and counseling.
• Establishing and maintaining department records and reports; recommending new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
• Participating in administrative staff meetings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
• A minimum of 5 -7 years of progressive HR experience, at least 2 of these years in a management role
• Broad generalist background including coaching and counseling, performance management, employee involvement, teambuilding, as well as compensation and benefits
• Thorough knowledge of HR principles and federal/local regulations • Experience in implementing and administering performance programs, preferably in a company that put strong emphasis on performance metrics
• Must have demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining diverse employee talent, including creating and implementing recruitment strategies
• Exceptional project and personnel management skills
• Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Power Point is essential
• Exhibit extraordinary discretion, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with our senior management team
In return, they will offer a competitive base salary, bonus opportunity, full benefits etc. Send resume to: rob@foodemployment.com