What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at Springs Window Fashions?
Description
Position Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist supports the daily operations of the HR function at the Waukegan manufacturing facility. This role provides hands-on support to associates and leaders in areas including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy administration, attendance, payroll adjustments, and HR reporting. The HR Generalist partners closely with operations, safety, and finance to ensure a consistent, compliant, and engaging associate experience aligned with Springs Window Fashions’ “Best Experience” culture.
Education And Experience
Minimum Requirements
Job Duties:
Position Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist supports the daily operations of the HR function at the Waukegan manufacturing facility. This role provides hands-on support to associates and leaders in areas including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy administration, attendance, payroll adjustments, and HR reporting. The HR Generalist partners closely with operations, safety, and finance to ensure a consistent, compliant, and engaging associate experience aligned with Springs Window Fashions’ “Best Experience” culture.
Education And Experience
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources , Business Administration, Psychology , or related field required .
- Minimum of 3 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or similar fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, EEO, wage and hour, etc.).
- Experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems (ADP, Workforce Manager, or similar).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
- Serve as the first point of contact for associates and supervisors regarding HR-related questions, policies, and processes.
- Coordinate hourly and temporary staffing needs in partnership with local staffing agencies and hiring managers.
- Manage onboarding and orientation for new associates, ensuring accurate completion of I-9s, HRIS setup, and badge issuance.
- Maintain associate records and process status changes, promotions, and terminations in ADP/WFM.
- Support attendance tracking, corrective actions, and disciplinary documentation in line with company policy.
- Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly HR reports (headcount, temp usage, turnover, etc.).
- Coordinate payroll adjustments and manage time keeping system (Workforce Manager)
- Support in organizing associate engagement activities, communications, and recognition programs.
- Support compliance efforts related to EEO, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable labor regulations.
- Partner with safety and operations to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment.
- Participate in investigations and provide documentation support as directed by the HR Manager.
Job Duties:
- Serve as the first point of contact for associates and supervisors regarding HR-related questions, policies, and processes.
- Coordinate hourly and temporary staffing needs in partnership with local staffing agencies and hiring managers.
- Manage onboarding and orientation for new associates, ensuring accurate completion of I-9s, HRIS setup, and badge issuance.
- Maintain associate records and process status changes, promotions, and terminations in ADP/WFM.
- Support attendance tracking, corrective actions, and disciplinary documentation in line with company policy.
- Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly HR reports (headcount, temp usage, turnover, etc.).
- Coordinate payroll adjustments and manage time keeping system (Workforce Manager)
- Support in organizing associate engagement activities, communications, and recognition programs.
- Support compliance efforts related to EEO, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable labor regulations.
- Partner with safety and operations to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment.
- Participate in investigations and provide documentation support as directed by the HR Manager.