Lifestyle Brands (the LSB) is a growing house of like-minded brands under the SC Johnson umbrella including Method®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, Babyganics ® and Ecover ®. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in Chicago and throughout Europe, the LSB is home to 650 employees. Together we act as a force for bold, transformative growth with a focus on delivering positive impact for people and the planet. If you’re into pioneering the future and doing good while doing business, come join us.
The LSB is part of SC Johnson, a family-owned company and leading manufacturer of household cleaning, home storage, air care, pest control and shoe care products, as well as professional products. Originally founded in 1886 and headquartered in Wisconsin, U.S.A., SC Johnson and the Lifestyle Brands division are at work for a better world.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands and make an impact where it matters most—our people!
We’re hiring a Senior Associate, Field HR to support our South Side Soap Box manufacturing plant located on the South Side of Chicago, IL.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about building strong relationships, fostering a positive workplace culture, and making a meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll partner closely with plant leadership and employees to drive engagement, support talent development, strengthen employee relations, and help shape an exceptional employee experience.
If you're a collaborative, solutions-oriented HR professional who enjoys being close to the business and making a difference every day, we'd love to connect!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide HR guidance to leaders and employees, assist with employee relations investigations, and ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and employment laws.
Coach and advise managers on performance management, employee relations, disciplinary actions, investigations, and performance improvement plans.
Support key HR processes, including Management, Succession & Development (MS&D), performance management, merit planning, Global Employment Survey (GEOS), and Great Place To Work (GPTW).
Develop and enhance HR processes, tools, and training to address talent and capability gaps.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to attract and hire top talent.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliant employment decisions.
Support employee recognition programs to strengthen engagement and performance.
Use HR data and analytics to identify trends and recommend improvements in productivity, performance, employee relations, and retention.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of Human Resources experience, including at least 1 year supporting a non-exempt/hourly workforce.
Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with leaders and employees.
Working knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
Experience with HR systems such as Workday, Kronos, or ServiceNow.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Full-time, on-site Monday through Friday schedule, preferably 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT, with availability during non-routine hours as business needs require
Office setting but expected to have regular presence on the manufacturing floor
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