Human Resources Generalist

Overview

Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and fun workplace environment. If you are looking to build a strong career, we have an opportunity for you! We are searching for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team located at our corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, IL. 

Responsibilities

Your Role:

The HR Generalist supports day-to-day human resources operations for corporate and field-based teams, providing hands-on execution across core HR programs. This role partners closely with the Corporate HR Director to deliver a consistent, compliant, and positive employee experience for both on-site and remote employees, including Sales and Customer Service teams.The HR Generalist supports employees across multiple corporate functions, including IT, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, Global Commercialization, Procurement, and other cross-functional teams.

 

 You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

 

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate onboarding and separation processes to ensure a smooth, professional employee experience
• Manage new hire orientation, documentation, systems access, equipment coordination, and exit processes

Leave Administration

• Administer employee leave programs, including maternity/paternity leave, short term disability, FMLA, and other leaves of absence
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers throughout the leave lifecycle
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with applicable laws and policies

HR Policy & Compliance

• Apply and administer company policies and procedures consistently.
• Respond to employee and manager policy questions and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain HR documentation and support audit readiness, including Ethics Line reporting support.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee relations matters.
• Assist with investigations, documentation, and issue resolution in alignment with company policies.

HR Operations & Process Support

• Support the execution and continuous improvement of HR processes and workflows.
• Ensure accurate, timely HR administration across both corporate and remote populations.

Support for Virtual & Field Teams

• Provide HR support to remote and field based Sales and Customer Service employees.
• Ensure consistent application of HR programs and effective communication regardless of location.

Employee Engagement & Wellness

• Assist with employee engagement and wellness initiatives, including biometric screenings, wellness events, and related communications.

Change & Organizational Support

• Support organizational changes, restructures, and employee communications.
• Assist with preparation of materials, logistics, and employee notifications.

Recruiting & Executive Interview Support

• Provide on-site support for executive and senior level candidate interviews, including greeting candidates, escorting them between meetings, and coordinating logistics with the recruiting team.

You will love it here if…

• You put safety first, always
• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

Qualifications

We need you to have:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources or related field required. 
• 3–5 years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Operations experience
• Experience supporting professional, corporate, and/or remote employee populations
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Comfortable supporting both on-site and virtual teams