Human Resources Generalist-local candidates preferred

Company Description

ITW- Illinois Tool Works                                                                                                      Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is an $14.5 billion, multi-national, publicly traded (NYSE) company headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.

ITW has a strong commitment to operational excellence and innovation that has kept the company on a path of strong financial performance for more than 10 years.  The company is built on a differentiated business model comprised of three unique core capabilities:  our 80/20 business process, sustainable differentiation and our entrepreneurial culture.  These have long been the core of who ITW is as a company and the source of our ability to deliver value-added solutions for our customers and differentiated financial performance for our shareholders.

ITW is growing, acquiring multiple companies annually over the past several years.  ITW’s business model enables quick and decisive decisions for individuals seeking a fast-paced and challenging business model within the framework and strength of a large multinational corporation.

ITW GSE DIVISION                                                                                                                

The ITW GSE Division is an industry leading manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to the aviation industry. Core customers are Airports and Airlines in all countries around the World. Core products are Power Supply Units for aircraft parked on the ground.

The ITW GSE has 2 factories and 3 sales offices:

•             ITW GSE Americas, Palmetto Florida
•             ITW GSE GSE, Odense Denmark
•             Sales Office Dubai
•             Sales Office Singapore

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist will report to the Division Director, HR-  and will be responsible for the ITW GSE manufacturing and office location as the location HR leader.  The HR Generalist provides input to the design of talent management programs with an emphasis on implementation including recruitment, coaching for performance, performance management, employee relations, promoting an engaged culture and learning & development.  This person will actively participate as a member of the HR team to identify, recommend, develop and implement HR programs and practices that deliver required results in support of the overall Division goals.  Liaises with other HR colleagues within the Division, Segment and Enterprise and manages special projects as needed.  

Responsibilities:

• Manages employee relations to ensure a consistent application of policy and practices, including coaching/counseling, employee investigations, progressive discipline and problem resolution.
• Works closely with management and team members to drive and sustain culture initiatives that focus on engaged employees, positive work environment, increased productivity and retention.
• Works with functional management to support full cycle talent acquisition needs.  This includes support with job descriptions,  sourcing candidates, interviews, offers and on-boarding.  Also manages third party recruitment activities and temporary staffing contracts and orientation.
• Maintains ongoing, up-to-date knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations.  Educates and informs managers and employees on current labor laws and business impact.  Ensures compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Maintains employee information, personnel records, and HR files.  Processes employee data in the Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
• Responsible for biweekly timesheet submissions
• Identifies common trends and issues related to individual development needs among employees and partners with management and line staff to develop and implement appropriate solutions.
• Supports local safety initiatives with Safety and OSHA compliance and helps Palmetto location on their journey to interdependency in safety.
• Manages leave of absence programs and workers Compensation claims.
• Conduct timely, thorough, and objective investigations into employee relations issues.  Forward escalated issues to Division Director. 
• Looks for continuous improvement opportunities of historical programs or simplifying HR processes using the ITW Toolbox.
• Facilitates the performance management and compensation process for non-exempt and exempt employees in Palmetto.
• Active member of the Safety Team
• Active member of the Employee Engagement Team (events/celebrations/welcomes)
• Assist in meeting planning (as needed)
• Facilitates and promotes good communication throughout the plant by keeping the monitors updat