Sterling Engineering is hiring: HR Manager in Wood Dale

Join to apply for the HR Manager role at Sterling Engineering 22 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the HR Manager role at Sterling Engineering Comprehensive health and dental insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Opportunities for professional development Title: HR Manager Location: Wood Dale, IL Hire Type: Direct Hire Salary: $130k-$140k/yr Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health and dental insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Opportunities for professional development Job Summary: Experienced Human Resources Manager with a strong background in manufacturing to lead and manage all HR functions at two manufacturing/office facilities. Our workforce totals 460 employees with 110 professionals and 350 manufacturing employees. The ideal candidate will have 1 5+ years of progressive HR experience , a bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, and a proven track record in workforce management, compliance, and employee relations. This role is pivotal in shaping workplace culture, supporting operations, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across all areas of HR. Job Duties: Drive and oversee recruitment efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and workforce planning in collaboration with department managers. Evaluate and manage compensation structures and conduct detailed wage analysis to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness. Administer, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local employment laws. Maintain and update employee handbooks. Handle employee relations and disciplinary actions with fairness, consistency, and legal compliance. Ensure ongoing compliance with OSHA standards and other workplace safety regulations. Actively partner with Operations teams to support and reinforce plant-wide safety initiatives and promote a safety-first culture. Manage and administer health insurance, wellness programs, and employee benefits, including annual open enrollment, vendor coordination and renewal negotiations. Maintain accurate employee records for effective data management and reporting. Provide coaching and training to supervisors on employee management, documentation, and HR best practices. Conduct internal HR audits and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance and process improvements. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. 15+ years of progressive HR experience, with the majority in manufacturing environments. Deep understanding of plant safety, OSHA compliance, and employment law. Expertise in wage evaluation and compensation strategy. Experience managing benefits administration and working with external providers. Strong track record in recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development. Excellent communication, leadership, staff management and decision-making skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including experience with HRIS systems. SHRM or HRCI certification preferred. Spanish speaking ability is an integral part of the job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 47943102 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Human Resources Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sterling Engineering by 2x Get notified about new Human Resources Manager jobs in Wood Dale, IL . 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