Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. is a high-precision, value added processor of stainless steels and special metals for a wide range of difficult-to-manufacture, niche-market applications. Ulbrich was established in Connecticut in 1924 and is privately held.  Ulbrich has 9 wholly owned subsidiaries located in the US, Mexico, Canada, and Austria, with over 700 employees worldwide. Our continued growth and expansion translate into career opportunities in many areas and locations. Come grow with us and be a part of our promising future!

Located in the south suburbs of Chicago, Ulbrich of Illinois, a subsidiary of Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc., seeks a full-time Human Resources Manager with experience in a manufacturing setting. Primary responsibilities will include, payroll administration, professional, production and administrative staff recruitment, benefits administration, wage and salary administration, employee relations, affirmative action, training, workers’ compensation, safety/security, and communications. This position requires an in-person presence at our office in Alsip, Monday through Friday. 

Specific areas of responsibilities include:

• Promote positive employee relations by ensuring that policies and procedures are administered fairly and consistently;
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal employment-related regulations;
• Provide leadership team with advice, assistance, and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation;
• Process payroll using ADP/Kronos interface;
• Administer complete range of benefit programs;
• Oversee performance management programs;
• Maintain wage/salary administration program;
• Advise leadership team on constructive counseling and corrective action;
• Investigate employee complaints and follow-up accordingly;
• Recruit, interview, make selection recommendations, negotiate offers, complete background and reference checks; and
• Conduct all new employee onboarding.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in business or a related field, Master’s Degree in Human Resources preferred, plus a minimum of 7 years of multi-faceted professional level HR generalist experience; excellent organizational, leadership and communication skills; knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws and employee/labor relations; solid computer skills including proficiency with MS Word/Excel; strong interpersonal skills and self-motivated; the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization; previous experience with ADP Payroll; demonstrated team and project leadership skills; PHR or SPHR certification is a plus.

This position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits and the opportunity to expand skills within a company that offers a diverse workforce and a welcoming company culture. 

Ulbrich is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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