Human Resources Manager

ABH is a family-owned company founded in 1990, specializing in high-quality, U.S.

-manufactured door hardware, including pivots, hinges, and electromagnetic holders. Based in Itasca, IL, the firm uses advanced automation to supply products for healthcare, education, and commercial sectors.

We are looking for a highly energetic, dynamic Human Resources Manager to support our operations in HR-related matters.

Based out of our office in Itasca, Illinois, this role reports to the VP of Human Resources and involves great challenges and career growth.

The ideal candidate will have experience performing HR-related duties on a professional level, working closely with HR management, internal, and external stakeholders.

The Human Resources Manager will be actively involved in the following functional areas:

• Employee relations
• Performance management
• On-boarding/Off-boarding
• Employee Engagement
• Policy implementation
• Employment law compliance
• Internship Program
• Talent Acquisition

• Administer various human resource plans and procedures for the organization; assist in the development and implementation of policies, and are actively involved in maintaining the employee handbook.
• Conduct new employee orientations; monitor on-the-job and other training programs.
• Support a variety of work sites.
• Monitor the performance management process and program.
• Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
• Handle employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to continually improve the efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Coach and counsel both leadership and staff in areas of performance management and employee engagement as part of a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Promote and advocate company-wide initiatives that support employee growth, performance, engagement, and development.
• Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports from the database.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Respond to Requests for Separation Information for unemployment claims and participate in hearings as appropriate.
• Administer leave of absence and FMLA/STD/LTD programs in accordance with applicable laws.
• Administer and assist with payroll & benefits.

The ideal candidate should have the following competencies:

• Teamwork
  - One team working together, sharing success and breaking down barriers.
• Honesty
  - Integrity in all that we do, no exceptions.
• Respect
  - Listening and trusting our team, solving problems together without accusation.
• Excellence
  - Obsessed with operational excellence and quality.
• Accountability
  - Taking responsibility for our actions and committing ourselves to our values.
• Drive
  - Challenging the status quo, delivering results with a sense of urgency.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Emphasis on Human Resources, Psychology, or Business preferred
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• At least 5 - 7 years of experience as a Human Resources Manager
• HR background, with broad knowledge of benefit and compensation administration, employee relations, legal compliance, safety, and training and development.
• Good knowledge of local statutory and legal requirements.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, demonstrate good listening skills, communicate status on process with colleagues, keep team members informed, and respond clearly to employee inquiries.
• Independent and organized work style: can effectively manage time and prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks without close supervision, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Stakeholder Management: establishes and maintains effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization and demonstrates a positive and friendly attitude in working with people.
• Adaptability:
  Adapts easily to change, performs calmly under pressure, and works effectively in ambiguous environments.
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information.
• Strong technical skills/aptitude:
  Proficiency in MS Office and ADP programs.

ABH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ABH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.