As the Human Resources Generalist, you will lead Plastipak’s Employee Engagement program at our Champaign, IL, location. You will be responsible for the employment lifecycle, from hire to retire, including transfers and promotions. You collaborate with managers and colleagues to shape experiences in the workplace, ensuring Associates feel valued, pride in their purpose, part of the community, and supported at every phase of their employment with the company.
You Will:
Partner with Manufacturing Site Leadership to formulate the Site engagement strategy & roadmap.
Lead planning and execution of employee recognition and rewards programs & Associate engagement activities
Shape & monitor new Associate onboarding & assimilation, assuring new Associates are set-up for success to thrive
Serve as a coach to leaders, providing tools & training to support healthy communication & relationships with Associates
Collect data via multiple measures, then analyze data to assess program efficacy & measure progress for continuous improvement
Be a visible presence, maintaining a finger-on-the-pulse of Associate engagement
Assist internal associates with career growth and changes
Be a resource for Associates, pointing them in the right direction for information to support their professional & personal needs
You Have:
Bachelor’s degree, with preference for Human Resources, Business Administration, or Communications
Willing to be on-site and walk the manufacturing floor full-time
Minimum of 2 years of human resource work experience in a manufacturing company
Competencies for success: High energy, approachable, authentic, relatable
Ability to function as a coach, cheerleader, champion, and communicator
Proficiency with formulating measures, collecting data from multiple sources, and gleaning meaningful insights
Proficient with HR systems (Workday a plus) and advanced functionality with Excel
Strong analytical abilities to accurately assess employees' needs, evaluate feedback, and translate into actionable recommendations to constantly improve Plastipak's work environment.
A passion for making a positive impact on people & the business
You Earn:
$55,000 - $70,000, based on qualifications and experien
As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:
Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak designs and manufactures high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage and consumer products industries including cleaning, automotive and aerosol products. A global leader in the packaging and recycling industries, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees.
As part of a team driven by innovation and committed to sustainability, associates support our operations around the globe allowing us to provide packaging for some of the world’s most recognized and respected brands.
Guided by solid values and principles, Plastipak is an organization of opportunities. We are proud to invest in our associates—offering a safe, positive and collaborative environment where they can succeed and grow their careers.
From technicians and engineers to operators and analysts, Plastipak has countless rewarding and challenging opportunities available for those seeking a career in the packaging industry. Explore a career at Plastipak for the opportunity to improve the way consumers experience packaging worldwide.
For more information about Plastipak, visit plastipak.com.
