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IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX), based in Northbrook, IL (suburb of Chicago), is a leading global manufacturer of diversified products in industries ranging across health, science, safety, fire, and fluidics. The company operates in 24 countries, IDEX is an innovative and growing company, focused on delivering excellence through diverse, winning teams. We’re a global provider of applied solutions serving a variety of markets. These include life science and medical technologies, process industry and infrastructure related applications, industrial/municipal fire, and rescue - to name just a few.

   

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the HR Director, the Human Resources Generalist executes the daily transactions of the HR department. This includes a wide variety of HR related duties including hiring and interviewing staff, supporting administration of payroll and benefits, administering leave of absences, and supporting performance management, employee engagement, training, HR data, and development and enforcement of company policies and practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Hiring

• Support recruitment activities across full-lifecyle for assigned roles.
• Coordinate job postings, applicant tracking, and interview logistics.
• Conduct initial candidate screens.
• Prepare offers and coordinate pre-employment requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates through hiring and onboarding.

Onboarding and Employee Development

• Lead onboarding coordination for new hires, including pre-boarding, orientation, and first-day readiness.
• Ensure consistent onboarding experience across sites.
• Support managers with 30-, 60-, and 90-day check-ins.
• Coordinate training, required learning, and development activities.
• Reinforce role expectations and early performance success.
• Identify onboarding or development gaps and escalate patterns to the HR Manager.

Employee and Manager Support

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employees and provides day-to-day HR support.
• Ensure employees have timely and consistent access to HR support.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to policies, benefits, onboarding, performance expectations, and workplace concerns.
• Support managers with people-related questions while maintaining accessibility for the broader employee population.

Employee Relations

• Handle minor employee relations matters.
• Support investigations, documentation, and follow-up actions.
• Escalate matters requiring policy interpretation, risk assessment, or corrective action decisions to the HR Manager.
• Provide guidance on policy application and workplace expectations.
• Identify recurring issues or early warning signs and flag them to the HR Manager.

Support of IDEX HR Processes

• Support the HR Director in execution of IDEX HR processes, including performance review cycles, My Voice engagement surveys and follow-up actions, OTC and required HR initiatives, and annual enrollment and benefits activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers during these cycles.
• Coordinate timelines, communications, and required actions.
• Track completion, follow up as needed, and escalate risks or delays.

HR Operations and Data

• Conduct payroll review and sign-off for bi-weekly processing, audits, and issue resolution for assigned sites.
• Administer employee leaves of absence (LOA) in accordance with state laws for assigned sites. Coordinate with third party administer and state agencies, as needed.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR system data.
• Support compliance-related documentation and reporting requirements.
• Track HR data related to hiring, onboarding, turnover, employee inquiries, and employee relations.
• Identify trends and recurring issues and share insights with the HR Leadership.

Manager Enablement and Follow-Through

• Support managers and leads in applying HR policies and practices consistently.
• Reinforce expectations related to feedback, documentation, and employee communication.
• Assist with follow-through on employee-related actions, development conversations, and required next steps.
• Support managers in navigating HR tools and workflows.

Multi-Site Support

• Provide remote HR Generalist support to additional sites, as assigned.
• Ensure consistent application of HR practices across locations.
• Provide coverage for other HR partners during times of absence or unavailability.
• Provide additional support during predictable high-volume periods such as onboarding waves, performance review cycles, and annual enrollment.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors in Human Resources or Related Field, preferred or 4-6 years of HR experience in lieu of degree
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
• Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment
• Ability to move about the facility as needed to support employees and leaders
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds

Work Environment

• Work is performed on site within a manufacturing facility
• The role regularly operates in areas where production, equipment, and machinery are present
• Must be able to work in environments that require adherence to site safety policies and the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Exposure to noise, temperature variations, and industrial conditions may occur consistent with a manufacturing environment

Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $67,400.00 - $101,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

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