HR Generalist

What are we looking for in our HR Generalist?

Pride Global/Russell Tobin is currently seeking Sr. HR Generalist to support our client. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in the Biotech industry. Potential to extend or convert for the right candidate. Apply today for consideration!

Position: Sr. HR Generalist

Location: Kankakee, IL 60915 - Hybrid schedule - 2 days per week on-site

Contract: 6+ months with possible extension

Pay rate: $60-62.00/hr on W2

Daily Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Regional Employee Relations Lead, as the Employee Relations Manager you will manage moderately complex ER cases to resolve independently and in collaboration with peers, ER management, respective HR Business partners, legal counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Moderately complex ER cases may include factors such as a high number of staff involved, higher risk to the organization, staff involved that are high in the hierarchy, inclusion of external investigative agencies or regulators.
• ER Generalists can identify the risk factors in ER cases and follow the direction of their manager or more experienced associated staff for the strategy and resolution of the case.
• Conducts confidential investigations into serious misconduct, such as harassment, discrimination, or other breeches of company policy.
• Gathers information, interviews relevant individuals, analyzes data, and prepares legally sound documentation to support all disciplinary and/or termination actions.
• Recommends a course of action based on the facts, Values and then coach management through the implementation of each action.
• Minimizes risk and exposure by maintaining fair, legally sound, fully documented, and unbiased approach when conducting investigations and implementing actions.
• Receive and investigate Compliance Hotline/Speak Up cases through resolution and complete all process documentation in the appropriate system.
• Facilitate terminations including termination letters, termination meetings, and related documentation.
• Evaluate and analyze situations or data that requires knowledge of company process and policies.
• Provide feedback and guidance to business management regarding employee relations best practices and ensure fair treatment of employees while mitigating risk.
• Influence and gain buy-in from managers in sensitive situations, while building the relationship
• Participate in program development and facilitate training on ER services with the Learning department, i.e., accommodations, policy violations.
• Partner with internal and external employment law counsel as appropriate, including appropriately identify and coordinate cases as necessary, modifying case responses and/or ensuring stakeholders are advised of recommendations to achieve business objectives while minimizing risk in Unionized/Works Council environments, facilitates resolution of labor grievances, disputes, employee issues and concerns.
• Work may be directed by an Industrial Relations or Works Council Manager at certain locations.
• Interacts with employees, the designated union representatives and/or Works Council to build positive rapport and foster a collegial and collaborative working environment.
• Manage medical accommodation process in conjunction with other external stakeholders.
• Facilitate interactive discussions with relevant HR Business Partners and medical experts.
• Advise management on appropriate resolution of employee behavior and performance issues.
• Supports managers in the development and review of corrective action, including performance improvement plans.
• Completes special HR/ER related projects by clarifying project objective, setting timetables and schedules, conducting research, developing and organizing information and delivering on time against project objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.
• Record and correctly maintain all case management requirements in systems for reporting and compliance.

Skills and abilities required:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, organizational psychology, business or related field is required.
• SHRM certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience as an HR Generalist or Employee Relations Manager (or equivalent relevant experience working in a dynamic global organization)
• Demonstrated experience managing investigations and employee relations.
• Good knowledge of HR processes gained in a dynamic organization.
• Bilingual/multi-lingual skills would be a plus.
• Strong knowledge of employment related laws at the county/regional level.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations impacting HR functions and ensure application of policies and procedures comply.

ABOUT US:

Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies.

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Rate/Salary: $60-62.00/hr