ITW is hiring: Human Resources Generalist in Glenview

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. ITW is a Fortune 500 company and a leading diversified manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We focus on innovative solutions developed with our customers and ensuring timely, cost-effective service for the products we provide.

ITW’s differentiated business model includes core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-focused innovation, and a decentralized entrepreneurial culture. We operate globally across industries such as deep-sea oil, aerospace, infrastructure, healthcare, consumer devices, and transportation.

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, USA with operations in 57 countries and nearly 48,000 employees.

Position Summary

Based out of Itasca, IL, the Human Resources Generalist (HRG) will provide leadership and support in the execution of HR initiatives across the CCNA Operations functions in Itasca, IL and Paris, KY. Partnering with the HR team and local leaders, the HRG will act as a coach and trusted advisor on all facets of HR, including staffing, talent and performance management, compensation and benefits, training and development, and employee engagement. This role emphasizes driving a positive employee experience, improving HR processes, and supporting the readiness of the division’s operations talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with client groups to provide end-to-end support across the employee lifecycle.
• Support the performance management cycle, including goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews, and compensation planning.
• Partner with plant leadership to drive talent acquisition efforts, managing the full recruitment lifecycle from job scoping through offer acceptance.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure HR program effectiveness and drive action planning.
• Enhance job progression tools for manufacturing employees, including skills matrices, training programs, and career pathing.
• Collaborate with leaders to design and deliver training that supports operational excellence and employee development.
• Serve as a cultural champion by promoting ITW’s Core Commitments and fostering employee engagement.
• Cultivate strong relationships with employees and leaders, ensuring employee-centric solutions that enhance the employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws; apply policies consistently and fairly.
• Collaborate with HR team members on division-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Communicate HR policies, practices, and processes clearly and professionally, building credibility and trust.
• Inputs and maintains employee data in the Workday HRIS system.
• Drive simplification and process improvement within the HR function.
• Support daily HR operations while balancing long-term strategic HR objectives.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 1–3 years of broad HR experience, preferably within a manufacturing or operations environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to build trust and foster strong partnerships across a variety of stakeholders
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Growth mindset with ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge and experience in HR policies and practices
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information
• Ability to work on-site at CCNA’s Itasca, IL facility with limited commute to Glenview, IL
• Travel estimated to be 15%, including to Paris, KY

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Compensation Information

Pay Range: $68,000-$80,000. Salary is dependent on experience. Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salaries, plus excellent benefits including:

• Health, Vision and dental insurance
• Company Paid Life insurance/Short- and Long-term disability
• 401k Plan with generous company match
• 3 weeks' vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement program
• Flexible spending accounts

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.