HR Generalist Jobs in Illinois

We, at Leggett & Platt Flooring Products, are searching for a Human Resources Generalist for our Aurora, IL location, employing approximately 80 employees. Did you know Leggett & Platt Inc. is the largest manufacturer of carpet cushion and hard surface underlayment in the United States? Our Flooring businesses manufacture and distribute foam, rubber, and fiber-based flooring underlayment for residential and commercial use. Our flooring underlayment products provide support, cushioning, and noise reduction under virtually any finished flooring material in your home or business. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate recruiting, advertising, and hiring processes for incoming talent
• Support the administration of the branch Affirmative Action plan
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding activities
• Maintain relationships with temporary staffing agencies and assist with workforce needs
• Partner with branch management to promote consistent application of company policies
• Assist with the administration of employee benefit programs
• Support FMLA and Disability processes and assist with Workers’ Compensation coordination alongside the Safety Manager
• Provide guidance and support to management and employees regarding employee relations matters
• Assist with employee relations activities and internal communications
• Prepare separation paperwork, conduct exit interviews, and track turnover trends
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and applicable employment laws and reporting requirements
• Support training initiatives, performance management processes, and development programs
• Assist in coordinating employee engagement activities and communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources or a related field
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related area
• SHRM or PHR certification
• Experience in a labor union environment

OUR VALUES

Our values speak to our shared beliefs and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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