Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution, and cross-docking services. We operate refrigerated and non-refrigerated warehouses for storage needs but also Value-Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting, and fulfillment needs. We work with some of the household names that your family puts on the dinner table every night. It’s an important job, one that makes a difference in your community. This is the first step in launching your career with a family-run company that cares about you, your family, and your success. We encourage our employees to learn and grow with us, while enjoying the friendly culture and great benefits that come with the MRS experience.
The HR Manager provides comprehensive human resources support for our Belvidere, Illinois location. This role manages recruiting and onboarding, policy and procedure implementation, benefits support, workers’ compensation, training, performance management, employee relations, and leave administration. The HR Manager also collaborates with the broader Human Resources team to develop and implement initiatives that support departmental and company objectives.
At Midwest Refrigerated Services, we are driven by our Midwest Values of:
- Modesty
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Work Ethic
- Efficiency
- Safety
- Trust
It is the expectation that all employees exemplify these values.
General Accountabilities include:
- Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; recommend best practices; and regularly review policies and practices for continued compliance.
- Work with HR Leadership to develop and implement employment related programs and training.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Source, screen, and interview candidates, and support managers in selecting exempt and nonexempt employees.
- Field benefit-related questions from employees. Resolves any issues that arise from new employee or annual open benefit enrollment.
- Manage leave and workers’ compensation administration, including FMLA, short-term disability, and long-term disability processes. Communicate with employees and healthcare providers, maintain required documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Track and document employment related information and prepare reports for management as requested.
- Support all MRS operations with employee relations matters. Conduct investigation, prepare documentation, and communicate effectively with management and employees. Provide guidance and training to managers and supervisors on how to resolve employee related issues in compliance with the law and company policies and procedures.
- Prepares dismissal documentation and conduct employee terminations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Skills Required:
- Strong computer/technology skills including Microsoft office suite, HRIS, Applicant tracking and social media.
- Demonstrated knowledge of IL Labor laws including ADA, and EEO.
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
- Professional manner with a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
- Ability to build relationships with employees and managers
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
- Demonstrated conflict management skills
- Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions
- Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions
- Strong time management skills in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
Prerequisites:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5 years progressively responsible human resources generalist experience in a multi-state environment including experience in human resources and employment law and regulations; high volume recruitment and selection; and employee relations.
- Deep understanding of Illinois Employment Law
- SHRM-CP a plus
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits and Perks:
MRS benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Flex Spending Account available the 1st of the month following 30 days of hire. Additional benefits available 1st of the month following 60 days of hire include Critical Illness, Identity Theft, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, company paid life insurance, company paid short-term disability, company paid long term disability and 401K plan with company match. Our employees also enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay (with 2 Floating Holidays), Referral Bonuses, and access to the EAP program. Our benefits provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their needs.
We encourage Veterans to apply. Each applicant will be required to pass all pre-employment testing. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by MRS, will be contacted.
Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Five years of progressively responsible human resources generalist experience
- Experience in a multi-state environment
- Experience with employment law and regulations
- High-volume recruitment and selection experience
- Employee relations experience
- Deep understanding of Illinois employment law
- Strong computer and technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and social media
- Knowledge of Illinois labor laws, ADA, and EEO requirements
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Conflict management skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment
- SHRM-CP certification
- Valid driver’s license
What We Do
Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing integrated refrigerated & ambient logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh/frozen 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 80+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with ambient, cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution and cross-docking services. We partner with many of the household names that you see on the dinner table every night — as well as the firms they partner with along the supply chain to bring their products from farm to table. We know that when you work with us, you’re depending on us to act as an extension of your team storing and delivering your products cold, clean, correct, and on time.
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