HR Generalist

Responsibilities

• Provide recruitment support including preparing job postings, screening applications and screening and scheduling interviews
• Support all onboarding activities and new hire processes
• Organize and maintain employee records, safety training and other required documentation
• Enter and update employee information as required in HRIS (UKG)
• Draft HR-related documents (i.e., employment agreements, offer letters and new hire paperwork)
• Understand company policies and provide guidance and support to employee or managers who have questions about policies
• Run reports from HRIS as required in support of monthly and corporate reporting requirements
• Provide assistance and participate in the processes involving internal and external partners (i.e., IT, benefits, payroll, employment verification, LOA claims, Workers’ Compensation and Safety)
• Respond to employees’ inquiries about HR-related issues and topics
• Coordinate employee events and make recommendations/support employee engagement initiatives
• Participate in ad-hoc HR projects as required
• Manage and administer employee safety shoes, safety glasses and tool allowance programs
• Update required postings throughout facilities
• Assist in the administration of Hearing Conservation program and other safety programs throughout the company in collaboration with management
• Complete general office/administrative duties as required for the facility

Salary: $55,000 - $75,000 annually

• BS in Human Resources, Business or relevant field preferred
• At least 3 years+ proven work experience as an HR Administrator, HR Assistant, HR Coordinator or relevant role
• Significant knowledge of general HR policies, procedures and labor legislation
• Experience with HR software (experience with UKG & Kronos preferred) Strong computer proficiency (MS Office applications & Google)
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Sound decision-making skills and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to keep information confidential and work with all levels of the organization

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups:
Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at  All other applications must be submitted online.