Human Resources Representative (3002) in South Holland, Illinois at Carl Buddig & Company

About Us:

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary:

The HR Representative supports recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, training coordination, HR compliance, and HRIS administration for the Taft location. This role helps create a positive employee experience while supporting compliance, data accuracy, and workforce development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support recruiting and onboarding processes, including interview scheduling, orientation coordination, I-9 completion, and E-Verify compliance.

• Conduct onboarding sessions and support new hire integration activities.

• Coordinate and support employee engagement initiatives, recognition activities, and communication programs.

• Assist in facilitating training sessions related to leadership development, compliance, onboarding, and company initiatives.

• Maintain accurate HRIS and employee data within Paycom and other systems.

• Support I-9 compliance efforts, audit readiness, and documentation corrections.

• Assist with HR reporting and tracking metrics including turnover, absenteeism, and compliance status.

• Ensure compliance with federal, Illinois, and company employment requirements.

• Support communication and rollout of HR programs, policies, and initiatives.

• Partner with leaders and HR team members to support workforce initiatives and employee development.

• Participate in cross-training and provide backup support across HR functions as needed.

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 2–4 years of HR, recruiting, training, or employee engagement experience preferred.

• Experience in manufacturing or union environments preferred.

• Knowledge of onboarding, I-9 compliance, HRIS systems, and employee engagement practices.

• Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Paycom preferred.

Pay Range for this position is $48,000 to $55,000, depending on experience.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement. There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement

Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination. All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.