Job DescriptionSenior HR ManagerCarol Stream, IL (with regular travel to two additional FL sites)
Full-Time
Human Resources
Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.
YOUR IMPACT STARTS HEREWe're looking for a Senior HR Manager to lead the full scope of HR operations for our Carol Stream location, overseeing employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compliance, and policy administration. You'll serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to site leadership, manage and develop HR staff, drive HR initiatives, and ensure consistent, legally sound application of policy and employment law across the site. This role calls for sound judgment, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence senior leadership while operating with ambiguity and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWN- Lead, coach, and develop a direct report (HR Generalist/Coordinator) supporting the site; set priorities and workload for the HR team, ensuring coverage and consistent service levels.
- Serve as the escalation point for complex employee relations, compliance, and policy matters.
- Own employee relations strategy for the site, overseeing investigations, disciplinary action, performance concerns, and conflict resolution.
- Coach and develop managers on performance management, documentation, and difficult conversations.
- Lead complex workplace investigations and determine corrective action in partnership with legal/HR leadership.
- Oversee separations, including severance strategy and negotiations.
- Oversee full-cycle recruitment strategy for the site, partnering with hiring managers on selection criteria for critical and leadership roles.
- Own workforce planning and headcount forecasting for the site.
- Own compliance strategy for FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and applicable state/local employment law.
- Lead the FMLA/ADA interactive process and complex accommodation matters.
- Own HR policy and handbook content, ensuring alignment with company standards and required postings.
- Lead audits (I-9, EEO-1, unemployment, workers' comp) and manage agency inquiries and responses.
- Lead managers through performance review cycles, PIPs, and calibration.
- Drive succession planning and talent development strategy for the site.
- Own training rollout and organizational development initiatives.
- Own job classification, pay equity analysis, and compensation recommendations for the site.
- Oversee HRIS data integrity; build and interpret advanced reporting.
- Lead annual merit and bonus cycle execution and compensation updates.
- Partner directly with the HR Director and site leadership on workforce planning, org design, and change management.
- Lead M&A integration activities (employment agreements, title alignment, communications) as needed.
- Drive HR projects and process improvement initiatives across the site, and represent the site in broader HR initiatives.
WHAT YOU BRING- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 7-10+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience leading or mentoring HR staff.
- Deep working knowledge of employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, state variances).
- Demonstrated experience independently managing complex employee relations issues and investigations.
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms (Workday, ADP, etc.).
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence senior leadership.
- Sound judgment and conflict resolution at a senior level.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to influence senior leadership without direct authority.
- Comfort operating with ambiguity and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong documentation, analytical, and reporting skills.
- People leadership skills, including coaching, developing, and holding HR staff accountable.
WHAT SETS YOU APART- SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
- Experience managing or mentoring HR team members.
- Experience in a multi-site or manufacturing environment.
- Experience leading acquisition integration or multi-state compliance efforts.
WHAT WE OFFERBuild A Better Career- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Career development programs and internal promotion pathways-we build from within
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities
Build A Better Future- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plans with company match
- Life insurance and disability coverage
Build A Better You- Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resources
- Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another
Build A Better WorldJoin a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.
COMPENSATIONThe base salary range for this position is $125,000-$135,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives and the full benefits package described above.
IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIPVictaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.
VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICYAll staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.
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