Senior Youth Program Manager Jobs in Rochelle, IL

## Senior Human Resources ManagerApplylocations: Rochelle, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR002187**You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.**Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.**We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.****Come build a career you believe in.****About the Role**As a Senior Human Resources Manager at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in driving business results through effective people strategies while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. This position requires strong leadership, employee relations expertise, business partnership capabilities, and strategic decision-making skills, and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to workforce development, employee engagement, talent acquisition, and organizational growth.You will collaborate closely with plant leadership, employees, and cross-functional stakeholders to align workforce strategies with operational objectives, ensuring the facility attracts, develops, and retains top talent while maintaining compliance with employment laws and company policies. This is a fully onsite role located in Rochelle, IL.This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and is passionate about leadership development, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.**What You’ll Do*** Serve as the primary Human Resources partner for plant leadership and employees.* Partner with operational leaders to align workforce strategies with business objectives and operational goals.* Provide coaching and guidance on employee relations, leadership effectiveness, performance management, conflict resolution, and organizational development.* Drive accountability and leadership capability throughout the organization.* Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture.* Analyze workforce metrics and trends to identify opportunities and recommend solutions that improve organizational performance.* Lead employee relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation.* Ensure consistent application of company policies, practices, and procedures.* Partner with leaders to manage attendance, performance concerns, corrective actions, and employee development plans.* Maintain a visible presence throughout the facility and across shifts to strengthen employee relationships and engagement.* Support organizational change initiatives and workforce transitions.* Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, offers, onboarding, and workforce integration.* Develop talent pipelines through partnerships with technical schools, colleges, workforce agencies, and community organizations.* Partner with leaders to identify current and future staffing needs.* Support succession planning and workforce development strategies.* Lead onboarding programs that reinforce safety expectations, company values, and performance standards.* Identify training and development opportunities that strengthen leadership capabilities and workforce effectiveness.* Facilitate leadership development initiatives focused on communication, accountability, coaching, and employee engagement.* Support career development and succession planning efforts.* Partner with leaders to identify high-potential employees and develop growth plans.* Promote a culture where safety is a core value and shared responsibility.* Partner with Environmental Health and Safety personnel and plant leadership to support regulatory compliance and safety initiatives.* Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.* Maintain employment-related records and documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.* Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including hiring, transfers, promotions, leaves of absence, and terminations.* Maintain accurate employee information within Workday and other company systems.* Partner with payroll to review timekeeping records, resolve discrepancies, and support payroll accuracy.* Monitor attendance, turnover, engagement, and workforce metrics.* Coordinate employee communications, recognition programs, meetings, and plant events.* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.* Support community outreach, workforce development, and employment branding initiatives.* Lead or participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.* Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Who You Are*** 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred.* Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compliance, and leadership development initiatives.* Demonstrated experience partnering with operational leaders in a manufacturing environment.* SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.* Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and employee relations practices.* Strong coaching, conflict resolution, investigation, and problem-solving skills.* Ability to influence and build credibility with leaders at all levels of the organization.* Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.* Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.* Strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Human Resources Information Systems, preferably Workday.* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.* High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.* Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.**What You’ll Get**Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:* Competitive Compensation* Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities* 401(k) with Company Match* Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance* Tuition Assistance Program* Paid Vacation & Holidays* Employee Loyalty Awards**Compensation & Benefits**Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.Base Salary Range:$113,000—$158,000 USDAdditional compensation may include: Performance-based yearly merit increase Profit-sharing bonus opportunities#LI-KF1Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr