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Human Resources Generalist
Job in
Joliet, Will County, Illinois, 60432, USA
Listed on 2026-01-01
Listing for:
RJW Logistics Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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HR/Recruitment
Employee Relations, Talent Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Summary
HR Generalist position provides administrative support to the Human Resources Director in all areas of human resources including benefits, employee relations, staffing, and payroll.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities- Creates and maintains a positive working relationship with internal customers including all hourly employees and members of management.
- Participates in investigations and troubleshoots basic employee issues.
- Coordinates the recruiting process for hourly vacancies including job fairs, open houses, job postings, etc. with the HR Recruiter.
- Schedules the screens and Supervisor/Manager’s interview and helps to select candidates for various warehoused hourly positions.
- Conducts background checks and schedules pre‑employment screenings.
- Conducts / coordinates new hire orientations with HR Specialist and ensures all new hire paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Records employee information such as personal data, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, performance reviews or evaluations, and termination date and reason.
- Manages temporary staffing orders and acts as primary contact for employment agencies.
- Enrolls, makes changes to and terminates employees’ coverage in medical, dental, short‑term disability, long‑term disability and life insurance benefits through timely maintenance of carrier websites.
- Researches and resolves employee benefits and payroll issues and other concerns as needed.
- Examines and updates employee files to document personnel actions and to provide information and answer inquiries for payroll and other authorized persons.
- Compiles data from personnel records and prepares reports.
- Computes wages and records data for use in payroll processing.
- Compiles and maintains records for use in employee benefits administration.
- Reconciles temporary agency invoices in a timely manner. Researches and resolves issues as necessary.
- Tracks attendance and recommends discipline as necessary.
- Participates in special projects as assigned by the VP of Human Resources.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Acts as primary back up in the absence of the Human Resources Director.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Previous experience navigating and entering data in ADP/Payroll system.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.
- Basic math skills required including add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Must practice discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Must possess intermediate computer skills including proficiency in Word and Excel.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals. Ability to write letters and business correspondence. Must have the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all groups of employees, customers, and clients.
- Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish is preferred but not required.
- High school graduate required. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with two or more years of experience in payroll and/or employee benefits.
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP) credential.
- Ownership stake:
Become a co‑owner of the company and take pride in knowing that your hard work directly contributes to your own financial growth and the company’s prosperity. - Financial rewards:
Enjoy the potential for increased earnings through share appreciation. - Sense of belonging:
Feel a deeper connection and commitment to your work as you become an integral part of the company’s journey and success story. - Community and collaboration:
Join a community of like‑minded individuals who are equally invested in the company’s mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. - Cost:
The best detail about this program is that it costs nothing to you. As long as you are employed with RJW, you will enjoy the benefits of the program. Additionally, shares will be given to you on a yearly basis based on salary.
- 401(k) matching
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Sick days
- Long‑term disability insurance
- Short‑term disability insurance
- Accidental insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Disability insurance
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Compensation$50,000 – $55,000 annual salary.
LocationRJW Logistics Group – [Address not provided].
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