Employee Relations & Talent Acquisition Specialist (Manufacturing)

Shape a people-first plant culture

Join Mallard Manufacturing (a MacLean-Fogg Company) and help us hire great people, nurture employee engagement, and keep our HR operations running smoothly across Sterling, IL and Maquoketa, IA.

The impact you’ll make

• Own plant hiring end-to-end: postings, screening, interviews, and manager coordination
• Lead onboarding and orientations; ensure accurate Dayforce setup for every new hire
• Be the go-to resource for policy guidance, employee questions, and workplace concerns
• Support employee relations and uphold company values in resolving issues
• Guide leaders through PIPs and disciplinary procedures
• Keep Dayforce records complete, current, and compliant
• Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment communications
• Safeguard compliance with employment regulations and internal HR policies
• Help launch wellness, recognition, and team-building initiatives
• Coordinate the summer internship program and high school scholarship activities
• Collaborate with the HR Manager/Director on special projects and continuous improvement
• Support additional HR tasks as assigned

What you bring

• Clear written and verbal communication at every level of the organization
• Ability to build trust and handle sensitive topics with discretion
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and multitasking capability
• Broad HR knowledge: recruiting, compliance, benefits, and employee relations
• HRIS proficiency (Dayforce preferred) plus Microsoft Office savvy
• Problem-solving orientation and a responsive, professional service approach
• High integrity with confidential information

Must-haves

• 2–4 years as an HR Generalist with direct experience in recruiting, employee relations, and HR compliance
• Dayforce or similar HRIS experience
• Strong understanding of employment laws and benefits administration

Role details

• Pay Range: $52,000 – $60,000 per year (based on skills and experience)
• Work Location: Onsite – Sterling, Illinois & Maquoketa, Iowa
• Travel: Up to 20%

Classification

• **Position Type: **Full-Time, Salaried (Exempt)