Human Resources Manager

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ prioritizes health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity.

From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at or visit

The Human Resources Manager will serve as a proactive member of the plant leadership team providing guidance on employee relations and input on decisions that affect facility operations and staff. This is an on-site role based at our facility in Coal City, IL.

Key Responsibility:

Partner with site leaders to provide day-to-day HR support; including staffing, compensation, benefits processing, performance management, training, and development, employee relations

Act as first point of contact / liaison for employees in regards to benefit, payroll, or other human resource inquiries and information as appropriate

Problem-solving, providing direction, and answering routine first level of HR questions; from employees and managers, in the areas of payroll, benefits, employee programs, and HR policies (i.e., STD, FMLA, pay, incentive if applicable, etc.)

Participate in business meetings, present HR initiatives, and maintain awareness of on-going business strategy

Assist managers and employees with effective use of HR management systems

Occasional training delivery (new hire orientations, new initiatives, etc.)

Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. (WARN, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO etc.)

Regularly participate and contribute in business meetings, present HR initiatives, and maintain awareness of on-going business strategy and business metrics

Processing a variety of HR and operational transactions and reports by utilizing HRIS systems (UKG) and SAP processes and reporting

Maintain appropriate confidentiality of information processed

Assist Corporate in developing guidelines and procedures regarding employee relations Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, PHR certification preferred

5+ years related HR experience in a manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge & understanding of recruiting practices, federal/state employment law, & basics of FMLA, ADA, EEO

Must possess proficient Microsoft Office© skills and relevant working knowledge of HRIS

Experience using UKG / Ultimate Software is a plus Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $80,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $115,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including:

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.

Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.

Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.

401k & company provided match.

Paid Time Off

Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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