ITW Shakeproof · 15 hours ago
Senior HR Generalist
Elgin, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $100K/yr
4+ years expITW Shakeproof is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW) specializing in cold headed and metal stamped fasteners. The Sr. HR Generalist will provide leadership in HR operations and support strategic HR initiatives, acting as a critical partner to frontline supervisors and managers in various HR functions.
IndustrialManufacturingMechanical Design
Responsibilities
Serve as the on-site HR lead for the Elgin facility, providing consistent, visible, and trusted HR support to employees and leaders
Actively drive and reinforce a positive, inclusive, and accountable workforce culture aligned with ITW values and leadership expectations
Partner with site leadership to identify cultural strengths and opportunities and lead targeted engagement, communication, and change initiatives
Serve as a role model for strong leadership behaviors, employee advocacy, and respectful workplace practices
Be an active member of the Elgin site leadership team, contributing HR perspective to business decisions
Coach and support frontline supervisors and managers on:
People leadership fundamentals
Performance management and feedback
Employee relations and conflict resolution
Talent development and succession readiness
Partner with leaders to identify and develop key talent, support internal movement, and strengthen frontline leadership capability
Provide day-to-day HR support across the employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, development, performance management, and separations
Lead and support employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment
Support leave management processes, including workers’ compensation and disability coordination
Ensure consistent application of HR policies, practices, and employment law requirements
Partner with leaders to scope roles, support recruitment efforts, and advise on talent considerations
Coordinate recruiting efforts from requisition through offer acceptance
Lead on-site onboarding to ensure new hires experience a strong, welcoming, and engaging introduction to the organization
Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS systems (hires, promotions, transfers, reviews, terminations)
Prepare HR reports and workforce data to support decision-making
Ensure compliance with employment laws, HR policies, and government reporting requirements
Partner with Safety and EHS leaders to support OSHA and safety-related initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Human Resources, Business, or Psychology preferred
Minimum of 4+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience
Experience supporting hourly or distribution/manufacturing environments strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to partner directly with frontline leaders and influence culture and behavior
Strong employee relations, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building capability
High level of discretion and sound judgment with confidential matters
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and continuous improvement mindset
Preferred
SHRM, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
Company
ITW Shakeproof
ITW Shakeproof combination of Industrial and Automotive businesses allows us to offer top-notch, value-added products that deliver uncompromised value and performance.
201-500 employees
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