Associate HR Generalist (Northfield, IL)

Job Summary

The Associate HR Generalist supports HR and management in delivery of human resources services. Under supervision, this individual provides guidance and solutions on HR operational issues. In addition, the Associate HRG serves as contact for employees and answers questions regarding HR policies and procedures. The Associate Generalist also ensures the organization's current HR requirements are met and the HR strategy is implemented effectively.

Job Description

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support activity for human resources including the maintenance and reporting of employee and employee related information.

• Assist management in maintaining positive employee relations. Coach employees and managers on correct interpretation and administration of Company HR policy.

• Ensure internal consistency and worth in administering job evaluations and compensation programs. Facilitate organization development and job evaluation processes. Assist local managers with salary and wage administration to ensure pay consistency and equity.

• Liaison between Talent Acquisition and management in the recruitment and selection of candidates.

• Conduct new employee on-boarding process.

• Work with HR management and managers to determine training needs. Compile data and analyze past and current year training requirements. Support implementation of training programs.

• Partner with HR management when conducting local level investigations and resolving team member issues. Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to management. Represent the company, when needed, at unemployment hearings.

• Support the leave of absence process in partnership with corporate Leave of Absence team and management to include team member accommodations, communication, etc.

• Assist managers with administration of Worker’s Compensation policies and procedures. Take lead role in ensuring that employees are returned to work as soon as possible.

• Support affirmative action programs. Audit and maintain current work authorizations.

• Accountable for maintaining employee records and for HR reporting (headcount report, training records, disciplinary tracking and performance evaluations).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree.

Relevant Work Experience

• HR support or administration experience.

Additional

• Position may require travel up to 25% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PHR or SPHR.

• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$59,280.00 - $85,800.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here .

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.