ITW Hiring for Human Resource Manager Job at Chicago Heights, IL Full Time

ITW Description:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. Ranked among Fortune’s Magazine’s most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions. These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. ITW’s revenues totaled $14.5 billion in 2021.

Division Description:

ITW Specialty Films designs, manufactures and markets specialized coated and/or metalized films for the Card, Security, and Medical markets. The division leverages unique core competencies and technologies in films, foils, laminates, holography and transfers to address customer needs globally. Operates in 5 locations (NA & EU). ITW Specialty Films has a fun, fast-paced work environment with a great dynamic support team. ITW Specialty Films has a fun, fast-paced work environment with a great dynamic support team.

Position Summary:

The HR Manager serves as a trusted business partner to the Operations Manager/site management team and provides day-to-day professional HR support to our Chicago Heights, IL facility. The role is responsible for all phases of the employee life cycle including Staffing and Recruiting, Performance Management, Talent Development, Employee Engagement/Relations, Compensation, Safety, Policy Administration, etc. This position is based in our Chicago Heights, IL facility and report to the Division HR Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partners with Operations Manager/site management team on strategy, process improvements, and change management in support of division’s annual objectives, assisting with communication plans and organizational design.
• Leads full-cycle recruitment for all hourly and salaried positions at the facility. Coordinates with management in the recruiting process, interview scheduling, hiring process, applicant tracking and record keeping requirements. Screens candidates, conducts interviews, and has authority to hire.
• Manages new hire processes from offer acceptance through onboarding including pre-employment checks, new hire paperwork, orientation and partnering with hiring managers on onboarding plans.
• Supports the on-boarding experience in conjunction with the hiring manager to effectively transition and integrate new hire into the organization.
• Leads the ITW Performance Management process, advising and coaching in areas of Goal Setting, Mid-Year and Year-End Reviews and Compensation Planning.
• Facilitates talent reviews for assigned function/site. Helps administer talent assessments with respective managers and advises on employee training and development opportunities.
• Creates, coordinates, and conducts management/employee training in topics including performance management, safety, harassment, ITW Code of Conduct and ITW business policy guidelines.
• Serves as Employee Engagement champion – promotes engagement opportunities and helps drive an inclusive, high-performing, and collaborative workplace culture within the facility.
• Addresses Employee Relations matters and leads/conducts investigations, provides coaching/support to managers, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, etc.
• Conducts and analyzes wage survey data. Maintains position descriptions and market comparisons.
• Provides technical expertise/analytical support in relation to employee benefits administration, compensation administration, and HRIS system maintenance.
• Inputs employee data in the HRIS system such as hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations. Prepares regular and special reports using HRIS. Maintains employee records and personnel files.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance. Plays an active role in the development of the Affirmative Action Plan within business unit. Ensures compliance with required legal postings on bulletin boards.
• Reviews Employee Handbook and initiates changes as necessary to ensure compliance with law, corporate policies, and business objectives.
• Processes payroll and acts as the liaison for the facility and the finance/corporate payroll teams.
• Answers routine employee questions and inquiries related to wellness, benefits, and payroll; as well as manage all FMLA, STD, ADA and Worker’s Compensation cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Skills and Experience Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or similar field of study.
• 5+ years of relevant experience within equivalent or similar HR roles. HR experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong business partnership capabilities and influential skills: Ability to learn and adapt in face-paced business environment, help assess talent, and collaborate with respective business partners in strategic planning and execution.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), listening, and presentation skills; Ability to communicate status on process with colleagues, keep team members informed, and responds clearly to employee inquiries. Demonstrates a positive friendly attitude in working with all levels within the organization.
• Independent and organized work style: excellent time management, prioritization abilities, and strong project management skills. Ability to make independent decisions and regularly suggest ways to improve services and processes.
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information.
• Strong business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to gather and analyze data and present findings with actionable recommendations.
• Knowledge of legal requirements relative to recruiting, records retention, ADA, FMLA and other standard HR procedures.
• Strong technical skills/aptitude: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Experience with HRIS systems (Workday and Ceridian Dayforce) is a plus.
• Ability to generate respect and trust from team and key stakeholders along with the ability to work collaboratively with HR colleagues to foster a results-driven, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to travel 5-10% domestically

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Work is performed in office and manufacturing work environments.
• Limited physical effort required. Frequent sitting and standing.
• Limited exposure to machinery and flammable substances. Requires PPE (safety shoes and glasses) in manufacturing area.

Additional Information

ITW Specialty Films’ employees enjoy a full benefit package which includes medical plan options, dental, prescription drug, vision, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, wellness programs, career-related tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, 12 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick time starting in year of hire, and a corporate matching gift program for charitable donations!

ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system due to your disability, please email [email protected] to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.