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Bilingual Sr HR Generalist

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In-Office
Elgin, IL, USA
90K-105K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Elgin, IL, USA
90K-105K Annually
Senior level
Serves as the strategic HR partner for a manufacturing location, managing employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, HRIS transactions, benefits communication, investigations, performance management, compliance, and workforce engagement. Partners with plant and corporate leaders on staffing, training, safety initiatives, talent assessments, and change management. Requires fluency in English and Spanish and supports a positive, compliant, and engaged workplace.
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We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!
 

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters.  We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions.  If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA. 

  

General Scope of Job

The Bilingual (English/Spanish) Sr Human Resources Generalist serves as a strategic partner, aligning HR programs and processes with business objectives. Acting as the primary liaison for employee relations, this role ensures consistent communication and collaboration across the business and the broader organization. Key responsibilities include personnel tracking through HRIS, benefits administration, onboarding, recruitment, investigations, and compliance with employment laws. This individual is a trusted resource and advocate, promoting ethical practices and fostering a positive employee experience.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of talent and culture at the location; partner with the Human Resources Director, Plant Leader, and site leadership to foster a positive employee relations culture and a safe, engaged workforce.
  • Partner with Plant Leader and corporate Talent Acquisition on plant-level staffing, including recruitment and selection of exempt, non-exempt, and temporary employees.
  • Develop and implement recruitment, retention, and training programs to enhance skills, support compliance (e.g., harassment prevention), and drive employee engagement.
  • Manage the full hiring process: job postings, resume screening, interviews, hiring decisions, onboarding, and follow-up for successful integration.
  • Act as liaison between employees and management, addressing employee relations issues, conducting investigations, resolving conflicts, and supporting performance management.
  • Support leaders with coaching, performance feedback, appraisals, and development or improvement plans.
  • Administer HRIS changes, employment transactions (hiring, terminations, role/compensation changes), and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Analyze HR data and reports to identify trends, build on strengths, and develop action plans for improvement.
  • Partner with safety leaders to ensure compliance with safety initiatives, reduce workers’ compensation costs, and create engaging onboarding experiences.
  • Communicate benefit and corporate program changes; assist employees with benefit-related questions.
  • Contribute to mid-year processes, talent assessments, Affirmative Action Planning (AAP), and change initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Experience & Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
  • Minimum three years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment required
  • Strategic thinking, planning, and change management capabilities required
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish required
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience with continuous improvement/lean manufacturing preferred
  • Proficiency in HRIS and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to respond quickly and efficiently in emergency situations exercising a calm approach.
  • Proactive in approach; shows ownership and drive
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to all organization levels
  • Ability to de-escalate situations and help manage conflict

 

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis’ total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $90K to $105K.

 

Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis.

 

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Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis.  We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

 

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

 

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.

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